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Fred Ray and Jerry Robinson - Batman #11 Cover Original Art (DC, 1942). With a surreal, hard-hitting battle between the Clown Prince of Crime and the Dynamic Duo, this unbeatable cover is the earliest Batman, Robin, and Joker cover ever offered for public sale! Two young super-stars of DC Comics' Golden Age teamed to illustrate a spectacular slug-fest spotlighting the Joker in his first cover appearance on the Batman title. Only twenty-two years old when this cover was drawn, Fred Ray was an ace staff artist at DC. He was a naturally gifted artist who counted Howard Pyle, N. C. Wyeth, Hal Foster, and Noel Sickles among his major artistic influences. Fred Ray most likely penciled this scene and then the finished art was "tightened up" and inked by Bob Kane's talented "ghost artist" and assistant, Jerry Robinson. Robinson was a real-life boy wonder, even younger than Fred Ray. At the time he worked on this cover, Jerry was only twenty years old. Jerry Robinson began his comics career at age seventeen, and he recounted how it began: "I'd met Bob Kane the summer after I graduated from high school. In those days white painter's jackets were very popular with the college kids, and students would paint all sorts of razzmatazz on their jackets. I decorated my own as I had been the cartoonist on my high school paper. I was wearing this jacket while waiting to play tennis at a resort when a fellow came up and asked me who had drawn the cartoons. He turned out to be Bob Kane and he offered me a job as his assistant if I was willing to come to New York City. It seemed to be a great way to pay my college expenses, so I moved to New York and transferred to Columbia. I began lettering the strip and inking the backgrounds. After a while, I started to ink the figures as well, and pretty soon Bob would just pencil the strip and I would do the complete inking." In Alter Ego #39, comics historian Jim Amash summed up Jerry Robinson's enormous importance to the Batman feature, "Jerry
Auction 817 | Lot: 6424 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $195,500.00
Marvel Comics #1 Denver pedigree (Timely, 1939) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. This is one of the most amazing comic books we've ever offered here at Heritage -- what a nice copy of an ultra-desirable book! The edges are perfect, and the page quality's impeccable. As far as we can tell by scrutinizing, only some color breaks in the spine area kept this very, very sharp copy out of NM- or NM territory. As for the issue itself, it's a collection of firsts that no comic book ever published can top. It was the first comic book by the publisher now known as Marvel Comics. The book effectively started the Marvel Universe, a set of characters that left its mark on American popular culture, selling millions of comic books and starring in TV shows, movies, and more. A whole bunch of characters make their first appearances here, but we'll start by mentioning the origin and first appearance of the first Human Torch, one of the most important characters of Timely's run. Also in this milestone issue was the de facto first appearance of the other major Timely character, the Sub-Mariner, who's still a star in Marvel comic books today (a story with the character had been printed in the promotional comic Motion Picture Funnies Weekly, but that book was never released to the general public; Overstreet terms Marvel #1 the Sub-Mariner's first newsstand appearance). There are even more key firsts here -- take the first comic book appearance of pulp hero Ka-Zar, who starred in his own comic series more than once, and guest-starred in innumerable others. Then there's the first appearance of the original Angel, which in itself would be enough to make this a key book, as he was a Timely standby throughout the Golden Age. The cover, showing the Human Torch, is by science fiction pulp illustrator Frank R. Paul. The interior material was the work of the artistic "shop" known as Funnies, Inc., the best-known artists of which are Bill Everett (who created the Sub-Mariner a
Auction 817 | Lot: 5273 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $172,500.00
The Amazing Spider-Man #1 (Marvel, 1963) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. Now that The Amazing Spider-Man is the most collected series in comics, there's not a collector out there who doesn't wish he had snapped up a copy of the first issue when it originally hit newsstands. Well, this copy is so fresh, it looks like it was whisked here by time machine from 1963! In fact, only one copy of the issue has been graded higher to date. While Spider-Man did have one previous appearance in Amazing Fantasy #15, this second Spidey appearance has more than enough firsts. Take the first appearance of J. Jonah Jameson, a key member of Spidey's supporting cast who's been a memorable player in the movies as well. And there's the debut of his son John Jameson, who also appeared in "Spider-Man 2." And the issue's second feature has the first appearance of the Chameleon and also marked the first time the Fantastic Four appeared outside of their own series. That second story is a perfect example of the Marvel approach -- Spider-Man tries to join the Fantastic Four and makes it clear that he's worthy of a top salary, only to find out to his disgust that the FF are non-profit do-gooders! The issue is by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, while the dynamic cover was laid out by Jack Kirby and finished up by Ditko. We see no signs that Spider-Man's popularity is going to wane anytime soon, making this a book you can't go wrong with. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $32,500. CGC census 7/05: 3 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 1005 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $97,750.00
More Fun Comics #53 Rockford pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM+ 9.6 Cream to off-white pages. Nearly five years after DC's first comic book title, originally called New Fun Comics, was launched, its most enduring character, the Spectre, was brought to life. This is a breathtaking copy of one of the greatest Golden Age comic books of all, featuring Part II of the origin of the Spectre. Bernard Baily's cover is etched into most serious collectors' minds, but until you see this pedigree copy, you probably had no idea this rare issue could look so fresh. The Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books rates it an "8" ("scarce"), and CGC has certified only four copies to date; one GD- 1.8, one VF 8.0, and, remarkably, two at this impressive grade. Baily and Bob Kane art are featured in the interior. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $46,000. CGC census 6/05: 2 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4455 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $92,000.00

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Sensation Comics #1 (DC, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This isn't just the nicest copy yet certified of this key comic, it holds that status by a wide margin, with only a lone 9.0 copy even close. The issue is listed among the 30 most valuable comics by Overstreet, and well it should be, as it's got the second appearance of the number one superheroine in comics, Wonder Woman. This book came out just one month after the character was first seen in All Star Comics #8, and this can be said to be Part Two of Wonder Woman's origin, as it shows her arriving in America for the first time and also introduces her "Diana Prince" secret identity. The tale is also recognizable as the storyline that was used for the first episode of the TV show starring Lynda Carter. Wonder Woman takes the injured Steve Trevor to a hospital, and we even meet the real Diana Prince, who sells Wonder Woman her identity before leaving for South America. The tale is from the mind of Wonder Woman's creator William Moulton Marston, who signed his name "Charles Moulton." Marston was a psychologist by profession, not a comic book writer, and his totally original approach made for entertaining stories that were unlike anything else in comics. The same could be said for the unique style of artist H. G. Peter. While Wonder Woman was the undisputed star of the issue, a couple of other DC heroes of note made their debuts. Take Mr. Terrific, who's smarter than Einstein, and athletic and wealthy to boot, and thus takes on the challenge of fighting crime. Then there's Wildcat, a champion boxer who decides to use his fists to fight crime as a costumed hero (both Mr. Terrific and Wildcat have had stints with the Justice Society over the years). Also debuting was one of the title's longest-running features, Little Boy Blue and the Blue Boys, three kid pals who don costumes. There's also the Black Pirate feature by Sheldon Moldoff, which Moldoff reportedly called his personal favorite of the features he drew. The famous
Auction 817 | Lot: 4495 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $63,250.00
John Romita Sr. and Mike Esposito - Amazing Spider-Man #41 Cover Original Art (Marvel, 1966). The rampaging Rhino makes his Marvel debut in spectacular fashion, running roughshod, right over the webbed wall-crawler! This dynamic "twice-up" cover shows the "Horns of the Rhino" busting through a concrete wall, while Spidey lies dazed in the background. Any "baby boomer" who bought this issue off the spinner-rack probably has the image firmly fixed in his memory -- it's that iconic. It's worth noting this was only John Romita Sr.'s third cover for the title -- clearly Jazzy Johnny was dedicated to making his own contribution to the legacy left behind by Sturdy Steve Ditko -- and for Marvelmaniacs, it doesn't get much better than this! The image area of the cover measures 13.25" x 20.25". The art is in Very Good condition, with some overall wear; there is a light crease at about the Rhino's eye-level, and two small tears in the left margin, one of which has been repaired with tape. There is a small chip out of the lower left corner which does not affect the artwork, and several pin-holes in the margins. None of this has much effect on the overwhelming power of the image, however -- this is one eye-popping display piece, showcasing John Romita Sr. at the height of his talent. It's not just a cool cover, it's a wonderful piece of Silver Age Marvel lore!
Auction 817 | Lot: 6442 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $58,650.00
All Star Comics #1 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Having spotted the presence of a 9.6 copy of this issue on CGC's census report, we had speculated "wouldn't that be nice to have." Well, we didn't know the half of it, as this copy has exceeded all of our expectations. It's a dazzler, and we could sit here for a long time just soaking in the view. Colors, spine, edges, page quality... there's no finding fault with this one! Putting together a run of All-Star today would be quite a challenge, but it's one that many aspire to, and to put it mildly, acquiring this copy would be a great way to get things started. The concept of the series was to put together an anthology featuring top heroes from DC Comics as well as All-American Comics (which was essentially a separate branch of DC). So to run down the lineup of characters and artists, there's the Flash (E. E. Hibbard), Hawkman (Sheldon Moldoff), Hourman (Bernard Baily), and the Spectre (also drawn by Baily), as well as Sandman, Biff Bronson, Red White and Blue, and Gary Concord, Ultra-Man. The first five mentioned above would go on to be founding members of the Justice Society of America just two issues later. There's no DC collection that wouldn't be improved with the addition of this sterling specimen. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $19,500. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4250 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $54,625.00

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Young Allies Comics #1 San Francisco pedigree (Timely, 1941) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Overstreet lists this issue as the 48th most valuable Golden Age comic of all, so the renowned pedigree and the unbelievable grade of this book mean all that much more, and make this one of the very top offerings in our auction. Simon and Kirby provided the sock'em cover (co-starring the Red Skull and Hitler!) for the issue that brought us the origin and first appearance of the Young Allies and the first meeting of Captain America and the Human Torch. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $23,000. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 5380 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $54,625.00
Fred Ray - Action Comics #45 Cover Original Art (DC, 1942). This rousing scene recalls the dynamism of Superman's first crime-busting attack on the cover of Action Comics #1! Fred Ray brought his superior draftsmanship to fifteen covers of Action Comics, and his association with the Superman character began when his work appeared on the cover of Superman #8, dated January 1941. Fellow Superman "ghost" Jack Burnley was an admirer of Fred Ray's art and wrote a heart-felt appreciation in the pages of Robin Snyder's The Comics. Burnley wrote warmly of his friend's work: "His Superman covers were drawn in the simple style of, and better than, the Shuster studio. Fred improved rapidly and soon he was doing impressive Superman covers that equaled or surpassed mine. Although Wayne Boring has been credited with changing Superman's image from the cartoony Shuster figure to the more realistic modern hero, actually Fred and I were the first to 'modernize' Superman with our covers in the early forties. Fred's outstanding Superman art is enough to earn him a top spot among artists of the fabulous Golden Age." The art was drawn on illustration board and the image area of the cover measures 12.5" x 17.25". Aside from some glue staining to the original title logo stat and to a pasted-on art correction over the gunman's arm at the lower left, the art is in Excellent condition.
Auction 817 | Lot: 6425 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $51,750.00
Fred Ray - Action Comics #51 Cover Original Art (DC, 1942). Armed only with a squirt gun and a "foolproof plot," the Prankster made his leering debut on this smashing cover. The Prankster was the second major Superman supervillain to grab the limelight on an Action Comics cover. Comics historian Les Daniels wrote about the Mirthful Miscreant's appeal: "A key ingredient in the success of Superman during what is now called the Golden Age of comic books was a sense of humor. 'There was a spirit of fun in the thing' said Jerry Siegel. 'And as a matter of fact, Joe and I, when we first started going into comics, had intended to do a comedy strip. So we were very comedy oriented, and that's why Superman did have this comic flair to it.' Superman couldn't be defeated, but he could be deflated, and many of the most memorable enemies of his early years were clowns. The earliest opponent to really play for laughs was the Prankster. A corny practical joker who considered himself 'the funniest man in the world,' the Prankster had a bulbous body, a scrawny neck, and a goofy gap-toothed grin. Time and again, the Prankster's needling hurt Superman more than a dozen death rays." Fred Ray's portrayal of Superman bursting through a brick wall, drawn using dynamic foreshortening, is magnificent. Ray recalled the day he was hired by DC Comics in 1940: "I took a portfolio to New York and was hired my first day there by Whitney Ellsworth at Detective Comics, Inc." Reportedly, Fred Ray was paid a salary of $35 a week, a sound investment considering all the masterpieces of cover art he ultimately created for key DC titles like Superman, Action Comics, Batman, and World's Finest Comics. This incredible piece was drawn on illustration board and the image area of the cover measures 12.5" x 17.25". Aside from some very mild aging to the original title logo stat, and a missing line of type in the caption box at the lower right, the art is in Excell
Auction 817 | Lot: 6426 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $51,750.00
Batman #1 (DC, 1940) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. Overstreet currently ranks just five other comic books higher on its list of the Top Golden Age Books. Not long after Batman was introduced in Detective Comics in 1939, it was apparent that one comic book title was not enough to showcase the adventures of the superhero and his Boy Wonder sidekick, Robin. Like his pal Superman, Batman would star in dozens of titles over the next 65 years, maintaining his tremendous popularity to this very day. Co-creator Bob Kane fashioned the cover and did the interior art for this premiere issue, which featured the origin of Batman and the first appearances of the Joker and the Cat (later Catwoman). One of the crown jewels of our auction! Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $50,000. CGC census 5/05: 2 in 7.5, 5 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4279 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $48,875.00
Captain America Comics #1 (Timely, 1941) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. One of the best-known and most beloved comic books of all time is this one, the origin and first appearance of Captain America, and we've got an unrestored copy that's topped by only four others in CGC's census. This milestone is the work of Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Simon explained the inspiration behind the cover villain thusly: "There had never been a truly believable villain in comics. But Adolf was live, hated by more than half the world... I could smell a winner." And a winner it was, though S&K weren't done yet, adding a very memorable fictional villain in the Red Skull. And of course, the issue also features the first appearance of Cap's sidekick, Bucky Barnes. An unrestored copy in this grade is pretty amazing stuff indeed. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $50,000. CGC census 7/05: 5 in 8.0, 4 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 5169 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $46,000.00
Jack Kirby and Vince Colletta - Thor #134 Complete 16-page Story, "The People-Breeders" Original Art (Marvel, 1966). "The People-Breeders" was billed as a Stan Lee and Jack Kirby "fantasti-classic," and it was! This epic saga featured appearances by the Mighty Thor, the Recorder, Tana Nile and the colonizers of Rigel, a stunning splash page of Galactus, a knockout of a two-thirds splash page of the High Evolutionary and the New-Men of Wundagore, cameos by the Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver, Jane Foster, and finally, the birth of the Man-Beast. The image area of each "twice-up" page measures approximately 12.5" x 18", and aside from touches of white-out used for art corrections, the art is in Excellent condition. Stats that read, "Watch Marvel Super-heroes on TV,",are found on the bottom of several of the pages. This truly was a mighty Marvel milestone that will be a prized showpiece for any Marvellite!
Auction 817 | Lot: 6329 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $46,000.00
John Byrne and Terry Austin - X-Men #114 Cover Original Art (Marvel, 1978). This is the first X-Men cover by the team of John Byrne and Terry Austin, one of the most acclaimed penciler/inker combinations of all time. It's also only the second X-Men cover with Byrne pencils. While many fan-favorite artists have drawn the X-Men since Byrne and Austin's run, none have surpassed the efforts of that celebrated twosome. And X-Men covers by the duo are in scant supply, to the chagrin of art collectors. And this is one of the very best covers of the Byrne/Austin run -- though the two were the regular artists on the series for three and a half years, the duo teamed for only sixteen covers, and the majority of those featured scenes spotlighting only a few members of the X-Men. This group portrait is special, as it features not only all of the new X-Men, but also four of the original team -- Cyclops, Jean Grey, the Beast, and Professor X! In this somber scene, the missing X-Men are mourned because the Beast and Phoenix believed themselves to be the sole survivors of an explosion (in the previous issue). As it happened, the rest of the team had escaped destruction by tunneling down to the Savage Land; many issues would pass before Dr. Xavier found out his charges were still alive. Byrne's characterization and use of dramatic light and shadow, all enhanced by Austin's unparalleled embellishments, make this one of the most outstanding Marvel Bronze Age covers ever offered in the marketplace. The image area measures 10" x 15", and the art is in Excellent condition.
Auction 817 | Lot: 6096 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $43,125.00
Special Edition Comics #1 Allentown pedigree (Fawcett, 1940) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white pages. We can hardly conceive of a more desirable copy of a Fawcett comic book than this one; it's a perfect copy of an issue with one of the best-known covers of the Golden Age. This is the first comic book entirely devoted to Captain Marvel, and one of the earliest appearances of the hero -- at the time this was published, Captain Marvel had starred in just a handful of issues of Whiz Comics, with this one-shot appearing at the same time as Whiz #8. Since Whiz had multiple recurring features, Fawcett was eager to find out whether Captain Marvel could carry a comic book of his own, and used this one-shot as a tryout. We needn't tell you whether the experiment was successful, as Captain Marvel Adventures debuted soon thereafter and became the bestselling title in all of comics! The cover art has been credited to C. C. Beck, and it's an image known to every comic book fan. The clean, appealing style of Beck also graces the interior of this 64-page issue, which has the Big Red Cheese in a number of adventures, including a confrontation with his archfoe Sivana. This unbelievable copy is from the Allentown collection, which, though not a large hoard, is known for producing the best known copy of several key comics. That's certainly the case with this gem. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $13,000. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 3555 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $37,375.00
Adventure Comics #42 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1939) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. The original Golden Age Sandman, complete with mask, green hat, purple cape, and gas gun, makes his second cover appearance with this issue. This Creig Flessel illustration is fantastic -- very moody and atmospheric. Even more fantastic is this pedigreed copy, originally part of the legendary Edgar Church collection, and the highest graded copy (by a long shot; the next best comes in at a paltry 7.0) currently listed by CGC. Finding a copy of this 1939 gem can be a real chore that may take many years; finding one as nice as this is nearly impossible! Aren't you glad you're a Heritage customer? This one's yours -- for the right bid! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $10,500. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4195 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $34,500.00
All-Flash #1 (DC, 1941) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Sensational copy of one of the most valuable comic books of the Golden Age of Comics (#44 in Overstreet's Top 100 ranking). No higher grade has been certified by CGC for this key issue to date. The Fastest Man Alive had appeared in Flash Comics for over a year, but had to share the limelight with other superheroes and features. With this issue, DC began a new title devoted entirely to the exploits of the Flash. The issue featured a retelling of the speedster's origin. E. E. Hibbard's cover and story art defined the look of the Golden Age Flash. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $24,000. CGC census 5/05: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4242 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $34,500.00
Charles Schulz - Peanuts Sunday Comic Strip Original Art, dated 10-24-54 (United Features Syndicate, 1954). If anyone needs a "security blanket" to comfort him from feelings of discouragement, it is good ol' Charlie Brown! The security blanket was cited in Rheta Grimsley Johnson's biography, Good Grief -- The Story of Charles M. Schulz, as one of the "twelve devices" created for Peanuts that has stood the test of time for the readers. Linus, the usual holder of the blanket, first appeared with his security blanket in the June 1 and 2, 1954 dailies. Lucy soon convinced Charlie Brown he needed a security blanket too. The next appearance of a security blanket was in the Sunday dated a week before this one, when Charlie Brown bought the "outing flannel" neccessary to make his own blanket. Now converted, Charlie Brown explains the virtues of his security blanket to a puzzled Patty and Violet, and even "outs" Schroeder as a blanket holder! This hilarious strip was reprinted on page 284 of Fantagraphics Books' The Complete Peanuts 1953 to 1954. The image area of this Sunday is 22.75" x 15.25", and the art is in Excellent condition.
Auction 817 | Lot: 5544 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $34,500.00
Action Comics #25 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. If you collect Golden Age, you'll never find a nicer specimen of a comic from that era than this one right here. We can say flat-out that this is the nicest early Action issue you'd ever find, and whatever might have prevented this one from being a 9.8 isn't apparent to us. We'd be raving about the knockout colors and edges of this book even if it were from some obscure title with a third-tier hero, but this is Action Comics and an American icon, Superman! We see high-grade Golden Age books a lot here at Heritage, but we can only doff our caps to this one. Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's character is the lead feature, of course, but there's also the Black Pirate by Sheldon Moldoff, Zatara drawn by Fred Guardineer, and many other features in these pages. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $4,000. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4174 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $27,600.00
Sensation Comics #1 Crowley Copy pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. The second appearance of Wonder Woman, this key book is listed among the 30 most valuable comics by Overstreet, and to date only two copies have been CGC-certified with higher grades than this one! This copy is from the collection of Wendell Crowley, an editor at rival publisher Fawcett who was by all accounts a devoted fan of comics as well. Wonder Woman got the starring role in this first issue close on the heels of her first appearance in All-Star Comics #8. Also making their debuts were two other DC heroes of note, neither of whom had super powers, but both of whom were handy with their fists: Mr. Terrific and Wildcat. H. G. Peter drew the Wonder Woman story; the issue's other artists include Sheldon Moldoff, Irwin Hasen, and Howard Purcell. We should also note that murmurs of a Wonder Woman movie mention a 2006 release date, which means now might be the time to start securing the heroine's key comic book appearances. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $19,400; VF/NM 9.0 value = $31,700. CGC census 5/05: 3 in 8.5, 2 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4496 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $27,600.00
The Human Torch #2 (#1) (Timely, 1940) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. This key Timely book, the first appearance of Toro, moved up in the 2005 Overstreet ranking of the most valuable comic books, going from 21st to 18th. Toro, the Torch's equally fiery sidekick, would be a Timely standby for years thereafter, most impressively on a run of Alex Schomburg covers, so it's appropriate that this first cover appearance is also the work of Schomburg. Incidentally, since mutants are all the rage these days, we should note that Toro was one of the very first mutant superheroes, in contrast to the Torch, who was an android! And let's not forget that Timely's other top hero of the day, the Sub-Mariner, appears here as well. It's interesting to note that the heroes were already taking on the Nazi menace in this Fall 1940 issue, more than a year before the U.S. would actually enter the war. The roster of interior artists includes Timely's top talents of the day: Carl Burgos, Bill Everett, Joe Simon, and Paul Reinman to name a few. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $21,600. CGC census 5/05: 3 in 8.0, 2 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 5225 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $27,600.00
Wonder Woman #1 Crowley Copy pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. After just a few months in Sensation Comics, Wonder Woman had become too popular for that title alone, and this first issue of her own book started a four-decade run. The heroine not only became a household name, she also joined Superman and Batman as the only superheroes to be in continuous publication even through the "dark years" of the early 1950s. Wonder Woman's early adventures still fascinate today, mainly because the Amazon's creator, William Moulton Marston, wrote unorthodox stories of the kind you wouldn't see in any other book, and for that matter H. G. Peter's art also stood out from anything else on the stands. As you might expect from a #1 issue, the heroine's origin story is retold and expanded upon here. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $16,500. CGC census 6/05: 4 in 8.0, 2 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4560 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $24,725.00
Adventure Comics #79 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. One of the top creative teams to work in the comic book field during the Golden Age was Jack Kirby and Joe Simon, who managed to breathe life into any project they touched for DC. This highly desirable World War II-era copy of Adventure features not only a classic cover by the duo, starring a gigantic Manhunter stalking a Nazi sub with harpoon in hand, but also a great Simon & Kirby Sandman story inside. This jaw-dropper of a gem copy exhibits all the eye-appeal you can expect to see from an Edgar Church Mile High example. The cover colors are simply fantastic! And what better way to enjoy a classic cover could there be than owning the very best copy known to exist? This is it! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $3,200. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4207 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $21,850.00
X-Men #1 (Marvel, 1963) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. The X-Men are the most popular superhero group around, and here's one of the nicest copies you'll find of the group's first appearance. The X-Men were so named because of their "X-tra power," and this issue introduces the super-powered teens: there's the winged Angel, the ultra-agile Beast, the eye-beam-shooting Cyclops (who in a typical Stan Lee twist, didn't want his powers), frosty Iceman, and the telekinetic Marvel Girl. Also making their debuts here were the group's mind-reading mentor Professor X and the mutants' most important foe, Magneto, all with impressive visuals by Jack Kirby. The fact that Iceman's role in the movies seems to be expanding, and that the second film even offered a very brief glimpse of the Beast, could make the first appearances of these characters even more valuable in years to come. As it stands, this issue is on Overstreet's list of the top ten Silver Age books. An unrestored NM- copy of this key book is quite a catch indeed. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $13,000. CGC census 6/05: 12 in 9.2, 6 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 1356 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $21,006.00
Flash Comics #2 (DC, 1940) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. Hawkman got his first full cover appearance in this second issue of the title (after being seen in a small inset on the front of #1). In addition to the Hawkman story, this issue has adventures of the Flash (Harry Lampert art), Johnny Thunder, and Cliff Cornwall (Shelly Moldoff art). The cover is by Dennis Neville. The old rule of thumb that second issues are harder to find than first issues seems to hold true with Flash Comics as well. Our offering is the only copy to be graded above 7.5 by CGC as of this writing. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $11,500. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4417 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $20,700.00
New Comics #1 (DC, 1935) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. This is the first issue of DC Comics' second series, and the existence of a NM- copy comes as quite a surprise. Overstreet doesn't list values for grades above VF for this Platinum Age book, and that's understandable -- since the issue predates comic book collecting, it was hardly to be expected that a copy would be preserved in such amazing condition! This ultra-early DC appeared more than a year earlier than Detective Comics #1, and two and a half years before Action Comics #1. This title ran 11 issues as New Comics before turning into New Adventure Comics and then becoming the title DC fans of every generation grew up with, Adventure Comics. The series had a lifespan of 48 years and 503 issues, and this key first issue is ranked among the 100 most valuable comic books by Overstreet. It's got a cover by Vin Sullivan, with interior art by early DC aces Sheldon Mayer and Whitney Ellsworth, as well as a name that may surprise you: Walt Kelly! This copy of the historic issue is by far the highest-graded in CGC's census, in fact it's the only copy to be graded above FN/VF by CGC to date. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $20,000 (no values for higher grades are listed by Overstreet). CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4484 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $20,700.00
Bernie Wrightson - Scream Door #1 Cover Original Art (1971). Bernie Wrightson's life-long affection for the Frankenstein mythos proved to be a constant inspiration for the artist. This early page shows the influences of both the Boris Karloff Universal movies and Jack Davis' popular six-foot poster portrait with its humorous take on the creature (often advertised in the Warren magazines). Besides appearing on the cover of the fanzine, Scream Door #1, the bottom panel of this compelling page was printed on page 274 of Christopher Zavisa's superb monograph, Berni Wrightson: A Look Back. In that book Wrightson mused, "Ever since I first started working professionally I drew the monster into various things. You can find him in just about everything from fanzines to Swamp Thing. It seems as though my whole career up to this point has been in preparation for an illustration of the novel." The image area of the page is 15" x 17.5". There are a few very small stains scattered on the page; otherwise the art is in Excellent condition. Bernie Wrightson has signed the page, in the border, at the lower right. Any portrait of the Frankenstein creature is sure to be a prized showpiece of a die-hard Wrightson fan-addict, so bid accordingly!
Auction 817 | Lot: 6533 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $20,700.00
Charles Schulz - Peanuts Sunday Comic Strip Original Art, dated 7-2-78 (United Feature Syndicate, 1978). Charles Schulz's love of tennis comes through in this delightful Sunday pitting Snoopy vs. Woodstock, who can disguise a drop shot with the best of them. It's interesting to note that the story is told almost entirely from Snoopy's side of the net -- only one panel shows his opponent. At this point in his career, Schulz was already a cartooning success, but he never let anyone else draw the Peanuts strip -- it was his baby all the way. The art is signed "To Steve with Friendship -- Sparky" in the first panel. The image area measures 22.25" x 15" and the artwork is in Excellent condition.
Auction 817 | Lot: 5545 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $19,550.00
Daring Mystery Comics #2 Larson pedigree (Timely, 1940) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. This is the highest-graded copy of this issue, and the only one to be certified above VF- as of this writing. The issue is termed "rare" by both Gerber and Overstreet. The book's got a cover by the masterful Alex Schomburg and interior art by Joe Simon. And our offering is from one of the more famous pedigree collections, namely that of Nebraska-based Lamont Larson. Though we've got oodles of great Timely books in this catalog, this lot would have to stand as one of the gems of the sale! Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $11,250; NM- 9.2 value = $15,500. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 5218 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $18,400.00
Hal Foster - Prince Valiant Sunday Comic Strip Original Art, dated 11-5-39 (King Features Syndicate, 1939). Hal Foster's magnificent draftsmanship shines in Prince Valiant Sunday #145. In this episode, Val joins a band of liberators who plot to overthrow the cruel tyrant, Piscaro. Soon after, even disguised as a hun, Val is recognized by Piscaro's minions, and the final panel featuring his struggle against capture is a classic shot of the proud warrior in battle. A special treat are the four portraits of the Liberators at each corner of the strip. Hal Foster inscribed and signed the art in panel four. The image area of the entire Sunday measures approximately 26" x 34.5", and each incredibly detailed panel measures approximately 8" x 10". The page was cut between panel tiers one and two. The art has had moderate restoration, and the title lettering is a recent replacement, otherwise the art is in Excellent condition.
Auction 817 | Lot: 5443 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $18,400.00
Brenda Starr #14 (#2) Mile High pedigree (Four Star, 1948) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. Is it hot in here, or is it just us? Actually, it's just Jack Kamen, who delivered one of the most memorable "good girl" covers of all with this issue. The book Comics: Between the Panels named this one of the top ten "headlight" covers in all of comics. And while we're discussing genres, any collector of bondage covers would be hard-pressed to pass this one up as well! This stunning copy has intense colors with a near-perfect spine, secure staples (no stress at all) and exact centering. It's a textbook example of why comics from this legendary collection are so highly desired. Just three copies of the issue have garnered VF 8.0 or better from CGC to date, with this offering easily the highest-graded. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,100. CGC census 6/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 3071 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $17,250.00
Jim Steranko and John Tartaglione - X-Men #51 Splash Page 1 Original Art (Marvel, 1968). When one of the vanguard of the Silver Age artists unleashed his dynamic "Zap Art" style on the title splash page of one of the most popular comic titles of all time, the results were spectacular! Jim Steranko absorbed many of his influences from a life-long love, and sustained study of, the popular arts, to forge his own electrifying approach to visual storytelling. This scene recalls the power of Jack Kirby's superheroic figures, the graphic innovations of Will Eisner's Spirit title pages, and the surreal architecture of Richard Powers' science fiction paperback covers, yet it remains pure Steranko! His art revived fan interest in the then-stagnating X-Men title. Steranko drew only a little over thirty pages of art for the X-Men title, and "The Devil Had a Daughter" splash is one of the most impressive of that select group. In it, the X-Men are joined by Lorna Dane and Magneto for a complete group-portrait of the major Silver Age players in the title. The art has an image area of 10" x 15". There is a bit of slight paper aging apparent at the bottom of the page; otherwise the art is in Excellent condition.
Auction 817 | Lot: 6493 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $17,250.00
Whiz Comics #2 (#1) (Fawcett, 1940) CGC Apparent NM- 9.2 Extensive (P) Off-white to white pages. Here's the classic first comic book starring the Big Red Cheese himself, Captain Marvel. Also debuting in this historic first issue are Sivana, Golden Arrow, Lance O'Casey, Ibis, and Spy Smasher. While this copy has had extensive restoration work (CGC notes, "Restoration includes color touch, pieces added, tear seals, cover cleaned, interior lightened, reinforced."), keep in mind that the highest graded unrestored copy currently known to exist only ranks a VF+ 8.5, so if Near Mint is your thing, this is it. And the restoration is truly beautiful, too -- this may be the prettiest copy we'll ever see. Overstreet 2005 GD 2.0 value = $7,000; VG 4.0 value = $14,000; FN 6.0 value = $21,000; VF 8.0 value = $40,000; VF/NM 9.0 value = $64,000; NM- 9.2 value = $88,000.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4113 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $16,100.00
Showcase #4 The Flash (DC, 1956) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. This is the first comic of the Silver Age according to many, and one of the most significant comic books ever published, no matter whom you ask! It's the first appearance of the Silver Age Flash, Barry Allen, published in the mid-1950s when the comic book industry was at a low point and there seemed to be next to no demand for existing superheroes, never mind new ones. But DC decided to bring one Golden Age hero back in revamped form for a tryout issue, with a new identity, costume, and origin. The experiment was a success, and Barry got his own title after a couple more Showcase appearances. The story, written by Bob Kanigher and drawn by Carmine Infantino and Joe Kubert, also featured the first appearance of Barry's girlfriend Iris West. It's the second most-valuable Silver Age comic according to Overstreet, and only a handful of copies have been graded higher, making this copy an attractive investment indeed. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $13,200. CGC census 5/05: 6 in 8.0, 4 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 2124 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $15,525.00
Wonderworld Comics #3 (Fox, 1939) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This 9.4 copy is the best one available according to CGC's census, and seldom has the margin been so wide, with the only other unrestored copy as of this writing checking in at 2.0. This is the first issue of the title (with the numbering continued from Wonder Comics), and it features the first appearance of the Flame, drawn by Lou Fine. That flamethrower-wielding hero actually predates the first appearance of the fiery Human Torch in Marvel Comics #1! The comic was the work of the Eisner-Iger studio, which means big-name artists participated, among them Will Eisner, Bob Powell, and the great Fine. The cover of this tough-to-find issue, a Gerber "7," is a collaboration between Eisner and Fine. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $10,200. CGC census 6/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4132 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $15,525.00
All-Flash #2 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. The Fastest Man Alive almost whizzes past this cover, as he carries a collared crook straight to the clink. These Golden Age All-Flash comics actually seem more like graphic novels by today's standards -- instead of four separate tales, this has one long story between its covers (this one even recaps the Flash's origin). And be careful gazing at the brilliant yellow-background cover; better put on sunglasses first! Yes, this is a typically terrific Edgar Church Mile High comic, and yes, it's the highest graded copy to date according to CGC. Note that the very small white speck you might see near the bottom of this book is not a flaw, but a bit of plastic loose inside the CGC holder that does not compromise the integrity of the holder or affect the comic. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $5,000. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4243 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $14,950.00
All-American Comics #16 (DC, 1940) CGC VG- 3.5 Cream to off-white pages. According to Overstreet, this is the fifth most valuable comic book of all, trailing only the "big four" of Action Comics #1, Detective Comics #27, Marvel Comics #1, and Superman #1. This one has the origin and first appearance of the original Green Lantern, Alan Scott. But why, you ask, is it valued higher than the debuts of other DC heroes? That has to do with the scarcity of the book: Overstreet calls it "rare," while Gerber gives it a 7, meaning "scarce." To date, CGC hasn't awarded a higher grade than FN- 5.5 for an unrestored copy, so a VG- is quite competitive with the rest of the field. The interior art on the GL story is by the character's creator Martin Nodell, credited as "Mart Dellon." Nodell got help on this issue's script from Bill Finger of Batman fame. The two came up with an appealing hero who spends this first story finding out the extent of his new powers (his major vulnerability was to anything made of wood). The issue's cover is by Sheldon Moldoff. Incidentally, the comic is far from an all-superhero affair -- the backup features include Mutt and Jeff as well as Sheldon Mayer's comic artist character Scribbly. CGC notes, "2 pieces of tape on cover." Overstreet 2004 VG 4.0 value = $18,286. CGC census 6/05: 3 in 3.5, 6 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4228 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $14,375.00
Carl Barks - The Caliph of Bagdad Painting Original Art (1978). No one drew ducks quite as well, or as successfully, as Carl Barks. His series of comic book stories featuring Walt Disney's Donald Duck and Uncle Scrooge delighted young and old alike from 1943 until 1966, and it will be remembered (and reprinted) for many years to come. When finally freed from his Disney duties, Barks turned his talents, and his incredible imagination, over to a series of paintings referred to as "Famous figures of history as they might have looked had their genes gotten mixed with waterfowl." Whew! What a winner we have with this fabulous painting! It's been a fan favorite for years, reproduced as a limited-edition print, and was also featured in Barks' book of non-Disney duck paintings, Animal Quackers. This oil-on-masonite illustration measures 14" x 18", and is in Excellent condition. Finding an original piece of art by the late Carl Barks is a chore in itself; finding a piece of this high quality is getting close to impossible! Better bid early and often if you want this remarkable (and quite risque) rendering by the Good Duck Artist hanging in your home!
Auction 817 | Lot: 6010 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $14,375.00
Adventure Comics #62 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Unbelievable copy - no, wait, it's from Edgar Church's collection, so a NM+ 9.6 copy is so believable! No other copy has earned a grade higher than VF/NM 9.0 to date. Jack Burnley provides the art for the Starman cover and interior story. Two other Golden Age greats, Creig Flessel and Howard Purcell, also provide story artwork. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,500. CGC census 6/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4201 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $13,800.00
Detective Comics #19 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1938) CGC VF+ 8.5 White pages. Here's another superb pre-Batman copy of this title, complete with a moody, film noir-ish cover illustration that appears to be the work of Leo O'Mealia. The smooth surface, unbroken spine, and supple white paper give this one away as being from the Edgar Church Mile High collection. Now's the chance to make it part of your collection -- bid! Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $2,625; VF/NM 9.0 value = $3,538. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 8.5, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4369 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $13,800.00

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Sub-Mariner Comics #3 Chicago pedigree (Timely, 1941) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. And you thought we'd run out of the outrageously supreme stuff! Au contraire - take this remarkable pedigree copy of one of Timely's most desirable early titles, from the early days of WWII. Alex Schomburg's cover depicting the attempted assassination of Winston Churchill is a classic. Schomburg also worked his magic on the interior, along with Al Gabriele and Bill Everett. To date, CGC hasn't certified another copy of #3 that comes close to our offering. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $6,200. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 5340 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $13,800.00
Charles Schulz - Peanuts Daily Comic Strip Original Art, dated 2-19-64 (United Feature Syndicate, 1964). Linus and his blanket are as inseparable as Yin and Yang, and now here is a chance to own a daily featuring Linus, his blanket, and the original blockhead himself, Charlie Brown! This prime Peanuts daily from February 19, 1964 was drawn during a pinnacle period of the strip, and features two of Schulz's greatest characters. The page measures approximately 28.5" x 7", with an image area of 27" x 5.5". The art was folded between the second and third panels; otherwise it is in Very Good condition.
Auction 817 | Lot: 5542 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $13,800.00
Frank Frazetta - Tim Holt #21 Cover Original Art (Magazine Enterprises, 1951). By issue #21, Tim Holt was less of a vehicle for its title cowboy star, and instead began featuring new, costumed gunslingers on the covers. Chief among them was Ghost Rider, who began in issue #6 as the tamely-named Calico Kid. Well, Tim wasn't going to stand still for this -- he, in turn, became Red Mask, Western vigilante! This iconic cover by Frank Frazetta combines both wild West heroes in a split-cover design, with Ghost Rider and his horse standing out against a jet black background, and Red Mask on a white field, with his smoking pistol. The cover has an image area of 13" x 18". One of the paste-up type stats placed on the bar between the two figures has slipped off the page; otherwise the art is in Excellent condition.
Auction 817 | Lot: 6208 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $13,225.00

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$350,000 or more
Batman #23 (DC, 1944) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. A 9.6 copy of an issue with a black cover is quite a find in itself, but this one has the added plus of having one of the best covers of the series' entire run, drawn by Batman artist extraordinaire Dick Sprang. Naturally, the Jocund Jack-Of-All-Crimes appears inside the issue as well, with the story title "The Upside Down Crimes" telling you all you need to know about the theme for his latest string of misdeeds. The issue's interior art is by Sprang and Jerry Robinson. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $3,200. CGC census 7/05: 2 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4301 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $12,650.00
Simon Bisley - Bisley's Scrapbook #1 Complete 6-page Story, "Once Upon a Time in the West" Original Art (1990). Published in 1993, Atomeka's Bisley's Scrapbook contained a tale considered by some fans to be the best of the Mad Brit's work to date. That story is our offering in this lot, a six page wild Western saga (written with Alan Grant) of murder, mayhem, and mistaken identity, done in a style Sergio Leone would surely appreciate. The art is completely painted in that unusual intensive style that could only be by the Biz; all type elements are on an acetate overlay. The splattered colors extend beyond the panel borders to the page edges; the pages measure approximately 14.75" x 20.5" with image areas of 11.75" x 18". The last art board is actually two story pages, with an image area of 7.25" x 10.5". The art appears to be mixed media including acrylics, watercolor, and ink, with acetate overlays on bristol. All pages are in Excellent condition. (Total: 6 Original Art)
Auction 817 | Lot: 6033 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $12,650.00
Will Eisner - Spirit, "The Strange Case of Mrs. Paraffin", page 3 Original Art, dated 3-7-48 (Des Moines Register and Tribune Syndicate, 1948). For many Silver and Bronze Age fans, their first exposure to the work of Will Eisner came courtesy of Jim Steranko's superb History Of Comics, volume two. Anyone who's read the chapter on Eisner, titled "Sunday Matinee Idol," will experience a thrill of recognition because the chapter reprinted the entire yarn, "The Strange Case of Mrs. Paraffin." This fantastic page displays many of the hallmarks of Eisner's storytelling -- dynamic points of view, shadowy film noir lighting, a foggy atmosphere, inventive montages to create a "voiceover narration," and a sexy femme fatal -- in short, this page is a sensational example of Eisner's talents, and the story was signed with his distinctive, classic signature! The image area of the page is 15" x 21", and the art is in Excellent condition.
Auction 817 | Lot: 6174 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $12,650.00
George Herriman - Krazy Kat Sunday Comic Strip Original Art (King Features Syndicate, 1917). This charmingly capricious Krazy Kat Sunday features the hilarious tale of "twin snakes," and Krazy Kat, Ignatz Mouse, and Joe Stork co-star. The strip has a "brick gag" which adds to the immense appeal of this yarn for Krazy Kat collectors. Colorful characters and lighthearted fables such as this made Herriman's Kokonino County into a very special place. Walt Disney once wrote of Herriman, "His unique style of drawing and his amazing gallery of characters not only brought a new type of humor to the American public but made him a source of inspiration to thousands of artists."Krazy Kat was one of the most inventive comic strips in American history, and Herriman used language in a uniquely poetic way. This Sunday has an image area of 18.5" x 22". The art is in Excellent condition, and has been handsomely matted and framed by Herriman's granddaughter. Don't pass up your chance to own this delightful work of art!
Auction 817 | Lot: 5488 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $11,500.00
Bill Everett - Daredevil #1, page 3 Original Art (Marvel, 1964). Daredevil whallops the stuffing out of a gang of murderous riff-raff in this super-charged scene from Daredevil #1. As Ron Goulart noted in The Great Comic Book Artists, Bill Everett had a highly individualistic style, one that blended illustration and cartoon elements. It was a style influenced by artists such as Dean Cornwell, Floyd Davis, and Milton Caniff. Fellow comics great Gil Kane said Bill Everett was, "an artist of great facility, but more than that he was an unparalleled storyteller." Those perceptions are proven to be accurate, in this beautifully choreographed bit of slam-bang action finished with Bill Everett's sinuous inking. The image area of the page is 12" x 18". The word balloons in each panel were re-lettered and pasted onto the page. The paste-ons in panels one, two, four, and five have slipped off the page to reveal the original lettering, which still manages to carry the story forward. There are a few touches of white-out and some very minor glue stains left behind by the slipped-off lettering changes; otherwise the art is in Excellent condition.
Auction 817 | Lot: 6184 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: $11,500.00

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