Leiji Matsumoto Collection

Leiji Matsumoto is one of the legendary architects of Japanese science-fiction.

His poetic universe gave birth to timeless series such as Space Pirate Captain Harlock, Galaxy Express 999 and Space Battleship Yamato.
Leiji Matsumoto Collection

The Man Behind the Universe

Leiji Matsumoto (1938–2023) was born in Kurume, Fukuoka, Japan. Growing up in post-war Japan, he began drawing manga at a young age, eventually becoming one of the defining voices of Japanese science-fiction storytelling.
Leiji Matsumoto Collection

A Universe of Space Opera

In the 1970s and 80s, Matsumoto helped redefine anime with epic science-fiction sagas such as Space Battleship Yamato, Space Pirate Captain Harlock and Galaxy Express 999, stories blending adventure, philosophy and cosmic scale.
Leiji Matsumoto Collection

A Distinctive Visual Language

Matsumoto’s style is instantly recognizable: long elegant silhouettes, windswept capes, melancholic heroines and vast star-filled horizons. His imagery became one of the defining aesthetics of classic anime.
Leiji Matsumoto Collection

The Craft of Classic Animation

Before digital production, every scene was created by hand. Animation cels and drawings were painted and photographed frame by frame, forming the foundation of the series.
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Original Production Art

The works presented here are authentic animation cels and production drawings from these legendary series. Each piece is a unique fragment of the hand-drawn era and a rare collectible from the world of Leiji Matsumoto.
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Own a rare Captain Harlock original production anime cel with matching douga and hand-painted background. Includes the studio envelope. Perfect for anime collectors!
Galaxy Express 999 Tetsuro & Maetel original animation production art, image 1
Galaxy Express 999 - Cyborg Mob sweat original animation production art
Galaxy Express 999 Tetsuro, Maetel and the Train Captain original animation production art
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The Poetic of Cosmos

More than space adventures, the works of Leiji Matsumoto explore solitude, freedom and the search for destiny across the stars. His stories often follow characters on long journeys of growth and sacrifice, turning space opera into a poetic reflection on humanity and choice.

Through elegant silhouettes, baroque spacecraft and vast cosmic landscapes, Matsumoto created a visual language where science-fiction becomes romantic, melancholic and timeless.

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For serious collectors and investors, we offer direct communication and flexible acquisition options, including payment in three interest free installments. Selected works can be reserved upon agreement, with full condition transparency and secure international shipping. Please note that not all pieces are listed online. We encourage you to reach out if you are searching for a specific series, character or production moment, as we may have additional works available privately.

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Original Hokuto no Ken and Fist of the North Star animation cels at Mauer Gallery Berlin

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Original anime production art from Rumiko Takahashi’s classic series – cels, douga, and genga from Urusei Yatsura, Ranma ½, and InuYasha Vintage Japanese animation art by Rumiko Takahashi

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Original Sailor Moon animation cels and production art at Mauer Gallery Berlin

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Original Magical Princess Minky Momo animation cels and production art at Mauer Gallery Berlin

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Original Shurato animation cels and production art at Mauer Gallery Berlin

Shurato Collection

Own a rare Captain Harlock original production anime cel with matching douga and hand-painted background. Includes the studio envelope. Perfect for anime collectors!

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