Jean Giraud (Moebius) Signed Drawing French artist, cartoonist, and writer (1938-2012) who garnered worldwide acclaim under the pseudonym Mœbius for his fantasy/science-fiction work. Admired by the likes of Federico Fellini, George Lucas, and Stan Lee, he contributed storyboards and concept designs to numerous science-fiction and fantasy films, such as Alien, Tron, The Fifth Element, and The Abyss. Original felt tip sketch of a figure in a dystopian sci-fi landscape accomplished by Jean Giraud on a white 7.5 x 9.5 sheet, signed and dated in the lower right, "Moebius, 96." Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 15 x 15. In very fine condition. A desirable original piece of Moebius's much-admired fantasy artwork.

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