From Charlton Comics in October 1958, Rocco Mastroserio illustrates a more aggressive idea of what space exploration can be. Thrusting into the void, vapourising a threat and worshipping the glowing bean stalk. All hail the bean stalk!
The published cover.
Scan from Heritage Auctions.
Restored art.
Trade dress re-created.
Original colour re-created.
New colour.
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