The Marvel Masterpieces Collection # 1 1993 NM-

The Marvel Masterpieces Collection # 1 (May 1993) is an art portfolio-style comic book that collects stunning painted pin-up art by various artists, including Joe Jusko, George Pérez, and Julie Bell, showcasing a wide array of Marvel characters rather than a single continuous narrative story. 

The Marvel Masterpieces Collection was a four-issue limited series published by Marvel Comics, intended to present the artwork from the popular 1993 SkyBox trading card set in a larger format, allowing fans to appreciate the intricate detail of the paintings. 

• Pin-Up Art: The issue is a "Book One" portfolio, featuring full-page, painted illustrations of numerous Marvel characters. It showcases the work of top fantasy and comic artists of the era.
• Character Showcase: A vast range of characters is featured across the issue, from iconic heroes and villains to lesser-known characters. The lineup includes Spider-Man, Wolverine, Captain America, Iron Man, Thanos, the Vision, She-Hulk, and many more.
• No Narrative: There is no single plot or story in the traditional sense. The book is purely an art showcase, celebrating the legacy of the Marvel Universe through visual art. 

• Publisher: Marvel Comics.
• Publication Date: May 1993.
• Featured Artists: Joe Jusko, George Pérez, Julie Bell, Joe Chiodo, Bill Sienkiewicz, Mike Zeck, and many others.
• Format: Oversized, portfolio-style comic book.
• Purpose: To provide a high-quality print collection of the art from the successful 1993 Marvel Masterpieces trading card series by SkyBox.