Neon Genesis Evangelion. Ritsuko Akagi

NEON GENESIS EVANGELION.
Two original celluloids by Ritsuko Akagi.
Painting on acetate (celluloid).
One of them with certificate of authenticity.
Excellent state of preservation.
Measurements: 23 x 26,5 cm. each one.

Before the digital era, traditional Japanese animation (also known as anime) used the technique "cell animation" or "cel animation", consisting of painting the frames meticulously by hand on sheets of acetate or celluloid. This method, predominant in animation before the advent of digital techniques, turned each celluloid into an original work of art, capturing a unique moment in the production of the series. The elaboration process was as follows: first the sketch was created and then inked on the acetate and painted by hand on this surface. The colors were applied to the back of the cell with acrylic or gouache paint, ensuring that the lines inked on the front remained sharp.
Due to their rarity and artistic value, these celluloids are not only coveted by collectors and fans of the most iconic series, but also represent a tangible testimony to the creative process of one of the most iconic fields of animation and pop culture.

Neon Genesis Evangelion is an anime series created by Hideaki Anno and produced by Gainax and Tatsunoko Production. Premiered in 1995, the series revolutionized the industry with its complex narrative, exploring psychological, philosophical and existential themes in a futuristic world where the paramilitary organization NERV fights against mysterious entities called "angels" using biomechanical mecha known as Evangelion.
The characters, including Ritsuko Akagi, play a pivotal role in exploring the human psyche and interpersonal relationships within the plot, which has made Evangelion one of the most analyzed and revered works in anime.
This lot is an opportunity for collectors and anime lovers to acquire an original piece of this legendary series.