X-Men Graduation Day Matching Magneto Production Cel and Background (1997) - ID: jul24037

A matching multi-layer production cel and background from the Marvel animated series "X-Men" (1992-1997). Featuring a close-up of Magneto as he lectures Jean, Cyclops, and Wolverine, the hand-painted cel and background were created at the studio and used during the animation process. Both pieces create an actual frame of animation that was photographed and appears in the series finale, "Graduation Day," which aired on September 20, 1997. Measuring 10.5"x13" overall, with the character image measuring 6"x11.5", the cel and background are in very good condition. The cel displays minor scratches, surface wear, light line fade, and backing paper stuck to the reverse of the cel paint from studio use and storage. The background shows light edge and corner wear, damage to the paint from cel paint transferring after being stuck to the surface, and curling. Also included is a matching production drawing.