Joseph Clement Coll (1881-1921) was only 41 when he died, but in 20 years he defined the art of adventure illustration. His work was a major influence on Roy Krenkel, Frank Frazetta and Al Williamson. The dynamic b/w illustration here dates from 1915. For more Coll, see the two books published by Flesk. Also see "Coll" by Jim Vadeboncoeur, Jr. A reprint of King of the Khyber Rifles, illustrated by Coll, is due in the fall.
Beautiful. I have the old Walt Reed book, but I have to get these now.
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Paul Chadwick
Great work.
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