RARE SKETCH SIGNED Coffin : The Art of Vampire Hunter D by Yoshitaka Amano Anime

Yoshitaka Amano is a comic book and manga creator, artist, and cover artist known for his work on Aliens, Sandman, and Speed Racer. For over 20 years, the character Vampire Hunter D has haunted the imaginations of people around the world, its image forever etched in the mind's eye through the dazzling artwork of Yoshitaka Amano. As the original novels appear in English for the first time, American readers are clamoring for a more extensive look at this singular creation. Coffin obliges. This gorgeous retrospective embraces the full scope of Amano's work with the character: in the novels, as inspiration for the animators of the two theatrical films, rare paintings, and illustrations created for release as limited edition prints. In addition to the breathtaking artwork,  Coffin features an original Vampire Hunter D short story by creator Hideyuki Kikuchi, available nowhere else. This book is sketch signed by artist on inside of cover as shown. For 13 years old it is in excellent complete condition with no rips tears or pages missing. Slipcase box is sharp and bright in color with minor edgewear creasing from age. Please see all pictures attached as they are of the item offered and feel free to ask any questions.