Alex Schomburg (American, 1905-1998) Time Bomb, Amazing Stories pulp magazine cover, August 1965 Watercolor on board 23 x 18 inches (58.4 x 45.7 cm) Signed lower left: ALEX SCHOMBURG From the Estate of Alex Schomburg Alex Schomburg created striking covers for the iconic sci-fi magazine Amazing Stories that captured the excitement and wonder of early science fiction. Time Bomb is a prime example of his ability to depict high-energy, futuristic action, featuring a dramatic scene of pre-historical figures battling a modern machine. The illustration typifies the supercomputers of the 1960s, with magnetic tape reels, readouts, and antenna systems, reflecting the familiarity with technology that has made Schomburg's work captivate fans of classic science fiction for decades. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice