Star Wars Droids: Pirates of Tarnooga Cover Art by Alice Carter (Random House, 1986)....

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Star Wars Droids: Pirates of Tarnooga Cover Art by Alice Carter (Random House, 1986). This original Star Wars Droids: Pirates of Tarnooga cover art by Alice Carter captures the adventurous spirit of the 1986 Random House children's book. The dynamic illustration features Thall Joben, C-3PO, and R2-D2 aboard a skiff, facing a perilous fate as ruthless pirates attempt to cast them into the clutches of a massive sea creature. The composition is set against a stunning night sky, filled with glimmering stars and soaring birds, enhancing the sense of danger and adventure. Created using mixed media on Art Tec illustration board, the piece measures 28.625 inches by 21 inches and includes an inked translucent overlay, carefully taped along the top and lower corners, showcasing the intricate production techniques used for the book's cover. The artwork displays handling wear along the edges and corners, with scratching, scuffing, staining, and slight discoloration, reflective of its original use. Adding to its authenticity, the back upper right corner bears a "Studio of Alice Carter" sticker, signed by the artist. Also included is a copy of The Pirates of Tarnooga: A Droid Adventure book, providing a direct connection to this rare and visually striking piece of Star Wars publishing history.

More Information: Alice A. (Bunny) Carter is an award-winning artist, author and academic. Her illustration clients have included Lucasfilm Ltd., Rolling Stone magazine, The New York Times, and ABC Television. Her work has been exhibited nationally at galleries and museums such as the New York Society of Illustrators Museum of American Illustration, The Norman Rockwell Museum, the Art Institute of Houston, the Delaware Museum of Art, and the New Britain Museum.


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