The Beastmaster Tapestries
Description: The Beastmaster is a 1982 sword and sorcery film. Loosely based on the 1959 novel. The Beast Master, by Andre Norton, the film is about a man who can communicate with animals, and who fights an evil wizard and his army. Commercially, The Beastmaster was not considered a box office success during its original cinematic run, but later received extensive television exposure and success on cable TV. The original film spawned two sequels, as well as a syndicated television series that chronicled the further adventures of Dar.
Description: A bold, fantasy-adventure poster from 1982 for “The Beastmaster – The Epic Adventure of a New Kind of Hero.” The artwork depicts the heroic Beastmaster standing triumphantly atop a rocky peak, sword raised high against a turquoise sky. At his side are a fierce black panther and a loyal woman warrior, symbolizing his bond with both animals and allies. Ornate golden framing surrounds the scene, crowned with a large, watchful green eye, hinting at mystical forces. The distressed overlay and dramatic composition perfectly capture the sword-and-sorcery spirit of early 80s fantasy cinema.
Description: A dramatic fantasy adventure illustration from the 1982 cult classic The Beastmaster, featuring the shirtless hero raising a gleaming sword high against a stormy sky. Beside him, a fierce black panther prowls, while a warrior woman kneels in a poised stance. The ornate golden frame crowned with a stylized eye symbol encloses the scene, with bold red-and-gold lettering proclaiming the film’s title. The distressed texture evokes the nostalgic charm of early ’80s sword-and-sorcery cinema.
Description: The Beastmaster is a 1982 sword and sorcery film. Loosely based on the 1959 novel. The Beast Master, by Andre Norton, the film is about a man who can communicate with animals, and who fights an evil wizard and his army. Commercially, The Beastmaster was not considered a box office success during its original cinematic run, but later received extensive television exposure and success on cable TV. The original film spawned two sequels, as well as a syndicated television series that chronicled the further adventures of Dar.
