Virgin Planet - Virgin Planet by Clyde Caldwell (2000)

Painted by Clyde Caldwell in 2000, Virgin Planet was created as the cover illustration for the Poul Anderson omnibus novel Virgin Planet and Star Ways, published by Baen Books in 2000. Set in Anderson's Psychotechnic League universe, the artwork depicts interstellar explorer Davis Bertram shipwrecked on Atlantis—an alien colony world where human civilization has survived for three centuries exclusively through female parthenogenesis following the demise of all original men. Caldwell's composition highlights the classic science-fantasy contrast of pulp adventure, featuring Bertram standing bare-chested beside an armed Amazonian warrior riding an armored, feathered beast against a backdrop of alien moons and a retro-futuristic rocket.

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