Yes, Tales From Topographic Oceans Album Cover, 1997

This was the album cover for Yes' 1974 classic, Tales From Topographic Oceans. Following a visit to Japan in 1973, Roger Dean originally painted this image in watercolor and ink. It was inspired by the patterns in the landscape, a very geomantic vision, each of the rocks having a symbolic significance. Landscape is the most dominant theme in his work but the concentration of symbolic elements in this particular image is unusual.

Through the process of re-working, Roger had the opportunity to add more depth and make many small changes he felt were necessary for the serigraph. Hand-drawing  the positives for each color took a great deal more time than the original painting, and this also gave him more time to consider the final image. 

Collector's Notes:
Roger Dean's fine-art limited edition prints were produced in the UK under his direct supervision. Each piece is hand-signed, titled, and numbered by Roger. On-site inventory varies, so artworks may ship from San Francisco or the UK, please allow 2-4 weeks for delivery. 

Buyers will receive a certificate of authenticity following delivery. Please contact us with any questions!