Spider-Man Masterpieces (Card 1)
Trading card / Commercial print on cardstock • Dave DeVries
Style & Movement
Contemporary Comic Book Realism / Illustration
Medium & Technique
Offset lithography with gold foil stamping and high-gloss coating. Original artwork likely executed in acrylic, oil, and airbrush.
Creation Period
1995
Dimensions & Format
2.5 x 3.5 inches (standard trading card size); Portrait format
Subject Description
A close-up, dramatic perspective of the superhero Spider-Man's hand web-shooting, with a stylized reflection of his mask in the background. The composition uses dynamic foreshortening and a cinematic lighting effect.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good. The card displays minor surface scuffing and edge wear consistent with handling.
Estimated Market Value
$5.00 - $15.00 (Ungraded)
Auction Estimate
$10.00 - $25.00 (Depending on bulk or graded status)
Provenance History
Published by Fleer SkyBox in 1995 as part of the 'Fleer Ultra Spider-Man Masterpieces' series. Derived from secondary market circulation.
Art Historical Significance
A significant piece of Marvel commercial art history from the 'Trading Card Boom' of the 1990s. Dave DeVries is noted for his highly rendered, painterly approach to comic characters, bridging pop culture and traditional fine art illustration.
Notable Features
Features the 'Fleer Ultra Spider-Man Masterpieces' gold-foil logo at top left and Dave DeVries' name prominently at the bottom.
Condition Issues
Visible corner softening and slight whitening at the edges. Minor surface scratches on the high-gloss UV coating.
Conservation Recommendations
Store in a PVC-free acid-free plastic sleeve (toploader) and keep away from direct UV sunlight to prevent color fading and foxing.