Growlithe

Growlithe

Selected Masterpiece • 42/130
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $1.26
Base Set 2 Base 2000
The Illustrator

Ken Sugimori

Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Growlithe card captures a serene moment in a lush, green landscape, where the playful Pokémon sits contentedly. Its bright orange and black stripes contrast beautifully against the vibrant background, suggesting a sense of warmth and vitality. With a gentle expression, Growlithe seems both curious and alert, embodying the spirit of a loyal companion. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the harmony between the Pokémon and its natural surroundings.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Fire
Era
Base
Release
24/02/2000

Flare

20
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost