• Bruce Pennington The Citadel of the Autarch 1983 Poster Wall Art Decor
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Bruce Pennington The Citadel of the Autarch 1983 Poster Wall Art Decor

$19.31 USD
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This striking BRUCE PENNINGTON poster features The Citadel of the Autarch, a masterwork of 1980s science fiction and fantasy illustration. The image depicts a monumental crystalline citadel set against a dramatic purple and gold sky, with towering spires of ice and architecture that bridge the gap between cosmic grandeur and alien civilization. Soaring figures on winged mounts approach the gleaming fortification, while intricate details and luminous color create an atmosphere of wonder, power, and otherworldly mystery. Originally created in 1983, this is classic Pennington—architectural ambition meets imaginative scale.

Product Features

  • Museum-grade matte paper (FSC-certified) with a smooth, glare-free finish
  • High-resolution printing with deep contrast and color saturation
  • Perfect for collectors, sci-fi fans, fantasy enthusiasts, and retro illustration lovers
  • Ships rolled and unframed in sturdy protective packaging
  • Ideal for decorating bedrooms, game rooms, studios, and offices
  • Clean, modern look that suits any framing style
  • Epic fantasy-sci-fi artwork by legendary concept artist Bruce Pennington
  • Archival-quality inks for lasting color and preservation

Available Sizes

  • 30" x 40" (Vertical)
  • 24" x 32" (Vertical)
  • 12" x 16" (Vertical)

Payment Policy

We accept all major credit cards, PayPal, and secure checkout methods provided by your platform. Payments must be completed at the time of purchase. Orders will not be processed until payment has cleared.

Shipping Policy

Posters are carefully rolled and shipped in durable kraft tubes to ensure they arrive in perfect condition. Orders typically ship within 1–3 business days. Tracking information will be provided once the item is dispatched. We ship domestically and internationally depending on your region.

Return Policy

We accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Items must be returned in original condition. If your item arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us immediately with photos, and we will make it right. Buyer is responsible for return shipping unless the product is defective or wrong.

This is the iconic cover illustration that introduced readers to the far-future world of Urth. Pennington's masterful rendering depicts a cloaked rider approaching the Citadel's surreal, baroque spires—a moment of profound mystery frozen in paint. Blending gouache, watercolor, and acrylic, Pennington created a visual landmark for Gene Wolfe's concluding volume of The Book of the New Sun tetralogy, cementing his influence on the entire Dying Earth subgenre. His textured, evocative style captures both the grandeur and alienness of this far-future setting. Your print arrives on your choice of matte or satin 170 or 200 GSM paper, produced to order using pigment inks for archival quality. It ships rolled carefully in a protective tube, ready to display at the size that suits your space.

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