Original Concept Artwork (2) for Matt Jefferies-Designed "Leif Ericson" for Proposed George Pal TV Series Wa...

Original Concept Artwork (2) for Matt Jefferies-Designed "Leif Ericson" for Proposed George Pal TV Series War of the Worlds (Circa 1960's). (2) Vintage original artworks accomplished in mixed media on heavy weight artist's board. The "Leif Ericson" was originally designed by legendary Star Trek art director Matt Jefferies and used for the AMT model kit, later called "The UFO Mystery Ship". George Pal liked the design and had it slightly modified for the unrealized TV version of War of the Worlds (1975), redubbing it the "Pegasus". Exhibiting age, chipping at edges and corners. These paintings were used in the narrated pitch for the show. Also includes a mounted photostat of the model box information. Comes with a COA from Heritage Auctions. From the Collection of Greg Jein.