Strip Mauled by Clyde Caldwell (2009)

Painted by Clyde Caldwell in 2009, "Strip Mauled" served as the paperback cover illustration for the humorous fantasy anthology of the same name edited by Esther Friesner and published by Baen Books in October 2009. Playing on the pun "strip mall," the artwork depicts a comical parlor gathering where classic supernatural tropes are subverted into a refined high-tea setting, featuring an ensemble of archetypal figures including a werewolf gingerly holding a teacup, an alluring green-skinned witch serving tea with a wand and broom, a sultry vampire vixen, a hovering pixie, and a black cat beneath the table under the light of a full moon.

Professionally restored and reproduced from the original artwork, this print preserves the powerful visual impact of Clyde Caldwell's painting while offering exceptional detail and color fidelity for modern display. • Premium 200 g/m² matte paper • Exceptional detail and color reproduction • Professionally enhanced and restored image quality • Available in 12x18", 16x24", and 24x36" sizes • Unframed for custom display options • Printed in the USA