Player's Handbook, Cover Art (1978)
The fine art print of the iconic cover of the classic Player's Handbook from 1978 is part of our official DUNGEONS & DRAGONS Fine Art Print Collection - an exclusive collaboration between Cook and Becker and Wizards of the Coast. This legendary cover illustration, painted by David A. Trampier, is a cornerstone of our exclusive D&D art collection.
David A. Trampier, one of the titans of early RPG art, is celebrated for his masterful and often wryly humorous contributions to the visual style of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS. This painting for the original Player's Handbook depicts a party of adventurers clearing up after a hard-fought battle and gathering loot, including plundering one of the jewel-eyes from the watchful sacred statue. The composition captures the essence of D&D—adventure, treasure, and the ever-present dangers lurking in the shadows. Trampier’s bold textures, incidental details and atmospheric use of light and dark perfectly embody the sense of exploration and peril that defines the game.
Each fine art giclée print is hand-numbered and features an embossed D&D logo, ensuring its authenticity as a collector’s item. The print also includes a certificate of authenticity and has a refined white border around the artwork, adding an elegant finish to this exceptional piece.
David A. Trampier, one of the titans of early RPG art, is celebrated for his masterful and often wryly humorous contributions to the visual style of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS. This painting for the original Player's Handbook depicts a party of adventurers clearing up after a hard-fought battle and gathering loot, including plundering one of the jewel-eyes from the watchful sacred statue. The composition captures the essence of D&D—adventure, treasure, and the ever-present dangers lurking in the shadows. Trampier’s bold textures, incidental details and atmospheric use of light and dark perfectly embody the sense of exploration and peril that defines the game.
Each fine art giclée print is hand-numbered and features an embossed D&D logo, ensuring its authenticity as a collector’s item. The print also includes a certificate of authenticity and has a refined white border around the artwork, adding an elegant finish to this exceptional piece.
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