Sargent Brewer’s Battered Bastards of Burma 1962

"Sargent Brewer’s Battered Bastards of Burma" is a 1962 painting by Mort Künstler, a prominent American illustrator known for his dynamic and detailed works. This piece showcases Künstler's signature style, employing bold colors and dramatic lighting to depict a tense scene of soldiers and indigenous warriors amidst a jungle setting. The composition emphasizes a sense of movement and conflict, hinting at the dramatic narrative of war and adventure that often characterized Künstler's work. The image is likely a book cover illustration, highlighting the artist's prolific career in the field of pulp fiction art.