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Amazing Fantasy #15 White Mountain pedigree (Marvel, 1962) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Here's a genuine milestone in the history of comics -- the origin and first appearance of mild-mannered Peter Parker and his alarming alter-ego, the spectacular Spider-Man. Having begun as Amazing Adventures #1 in 1961, the title changed to Amazing Adult Fantasy with issue #7, before a final name change for the series' swan song. The story goes that publisher Martin Goodman was so underwhelmed by Stan Lee's new arachnid creation that the only way the story could see print was as a throw-away feature in the final issue of a dying title. But Stan Lee's tale of a withdrawn high-school student suddenly endowed with strange powers hit a chord with readers, and the rest is history. Steve Ditko's moody art struck just the right tone for Lee's offbeat tale, and Jack Kirby's cover remains one of the most iconic images from the Silver Age of comics. The tragic death of Peter Parker's beloved Uncle Ben in this issue, at the hands of a felon Spidey could easily have arrested earlier, teaches the young hero the "with great power there must also come -- great responsibility." The high bidder on this fantastic comic will also have a great responsibility -- namely, caring for one the finest copies of this issue in existence. Excelsior! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $42,500. CGC census 4/05: 5 in 9.4, 1 higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 5272 | May 20, 2005

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Charles Schulz - Peanuts Sunday Comic Strip Original Art, dated 5-30-54 (United Feature Syndicate, 1954). World champion fussbudget Lucy Van Pelt, came on strong in the 1954 Peanuts Sundays. In one of Charles Schulz's first forays into a weekly continuity, Lucy was mentored by her golf coach Charlie Brown, and in this climatic scene, Miss Van Pelt was but one hole away from capturing the "Women's State Amateur Golf Championship!" This remarkable strip was one of the few times full-figured adults with their heads shown, were seen in Peanuts! If panel three were isolated, who among the legion of Peanuts aficionados would ever guess that it appeared in a Sunday? Astounding! As it turned out, Lucy gave up her shot at the title when she remembered it was time for her nap -- the little gal had her priorities set! This Sunday showcased Charlie Brown and Lucy in nearly every panel. The strip is reproduced on page 221 of Fantagraphics Books' The Complete Peanuts 1953 to 1954. The image area of the strip measures 22.5" x 15.25", and the art is in Excellent condition. This extraordinaryPeanuts Sunday is certain to pique the interest of every comic art collector!
Auction 816 | Lot: 2135 | May 20, 2005

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More Fun Comics #54 Larson pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM- 9.2 White pages. The earlier issues of this title were cool enough, but beginning with his cameo appearance in #51, the Spectre made More Fun Comics something special, and led the way to the intros of other classic Golden Age superhero characters in subsequent issues. Bernard Baily's cover is an Overstreet "classic", and the issue itself is rated "scarce" by The Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books. Add the ingredients of a renowned pedigree, and the highest-graded copy to date as certified by CGC, and this becomes one of the premier offerings of the sale! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $19,000. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1127 | May 20, 2005

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Journey Into Mystery #83 (Marvel, 1962) CGC 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Marvel was on a roll in 1962, reinventing itself with the introduction of superheroes that would in short time revolutionize the comics world. The Fantastic Four, the Hulk, and Ant-Man had already been introduced by the peerless team of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby when the August 1962 issue of Journey Into Mystery hit the newsstands with yet another new superhero, the Mighty Thor. Kirby's cover for the issue is one of his most famous, and this comes oh-so-close to the finest copy you could hope to find. To date CGC has certified a higher grade to just one other copy. Early Marvel Age keys continue to be hot commodities, especially such high-grade gems as our offering. Bid thee well! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $10,000. CGC census 2/05: 3 in 9.4, 1 higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 5451 | May 20, 2005

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Jack Kirby and Syd Shores - Captain America #102 Cover with Letter from Jack Kirby Original Art (Marvel, 1968). Captain America had his hands full battling the original series of Sleepers during World War II. The Sleepers were robot-like, automated weapons of mass destruction. The menace of the Red Skull reared it's ugly head again in the sixties and Cap's arch-rival was now armed with an even more dangerous, state-of-the-art Sleeper. Sharon Carter, SHIELD's Agent 13, stands down in the background as the Sleeper hurls the Star-Spangled Avenger as though he were a mere rag doll. Two legends of Golden Age Marvel teamed to created this magnificent Marvel masterpiece. Jack 'King" Kirby's dynamic pencils were given the perfect Golden-Silver Age finish by Syd Shores. The image area of the art measures 13.5" x 20". The cover has been pieced together using numerous carefully done paste-ups. The main image of the Sleeper and Captain America was glued to a larger support paper, and the art extended slightly along the bottom and left edges. Captain America's right hand and left foot were corrected using original art paste-ons. The cover retains its original type and logo stats, and there is a minor crease in the logo between the words "Captain" and "America." The paper shows some signs of mild aging, with touches of white-out used to crisp up the inking. The paper was cut to the exact image area and then the art was glued to a matt board. Given all that, the cover still retains incredible eye-appeal, and overall the condition is Very Good. In addition to the cover, this lot also contains a two-page, signed letter from Jack Kirby to the fan who bought this cover. The letter was written on December 22, 1972 and Kirby answered this fan's questions about the comics industry in the 1940s, the topic of "gangs," other forms of entertainment competing with modern comics, and slumping comics sales. Apparently this fan was writing a term paper about comics and he was lucky enough to get his research right
Auction 816 | Lot: 2411 | May 20, 2005

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John Byrne and Bob Layton - X-Men #113 Cover Original Art (Marvel, 1978). Face front True Believers, and feast your eyes on John Byrne's scintillating first-published X-Men cover, as inked by Bob Layton. What a premiere! -- the X-Men launched an all-out battle royal against Magneto in the thriller, "When Falls Magneto." The tableau showcased Cyclops, Colossus, Banshee, Storm, Wolverine, Phoenix, and Nightcrawler as the team launched their supreme offensive against Magneto. John Byrne remarked in Ron Goulart's The Great Comic Book Heroes, "When I started doing comics I realized that I didn't have the sense of power that say, Jack Kirby has, or the understanding of anatomy that Gil Kane has. So, I decided that I'd try to make my work a little different -- try to make it stand out because it was subtle, because an expression or pose or gesture had a certain degree of subtlety." It was on the X-Men title that John Byrne solidified this approach. He not only drew the feature, but also contributed to plot and characterization, and was a key factor in the growing popularity of Phoenix and Wolverine. The image area of the cover measures 9.75" x 15", and the art is in Excellent condition. Don't miss out on your chance to win this John Byrne milestone!
Auction 816 | Lot: 2236 | May 20, 2005

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All-American Comics #16 (DC, 1940) CGC FN- 5.5 Cream to off-white pages. One of the five most valuable comics of all, and the highest grade yet awarded for that book... do we have your attention? This is the origin and first appearance of the original Green Lantern, Alan Scott. According to Overstreet, the only comics more valuable than this one are the "big four" of Action Comics #1, Detective Comics #27, Marvel Comics #1, and Superman #1. The reason this book is valued higher than the first appearances of Wonder Woman, the Flash, etc. has to do with the scarcity; Overstreet calls the issue "rare," while Gerber gives it a 7, meaning "scarce." The interior art on this first Green Lantern story is by the character's creator Martin Nodell, who's credited as "Mart Dellon" inside the issue. Nodell and Bill Finger (who assisted on the scripting here) came up with an appealing hero who spends this first story finding out the extent of his new powers. His major vulnerability was not the color yellow, but rather anything made of wood! The cover art for this issue was the work of 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. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $28,050. CGC census 3/05: 4 in 5.5, none higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 3551 | May 20, 2005

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Jack Davis - Tales From the Crypt #39 Cover Original Art (EC, 1953). Jack Davis' spine-tingling cover for the blood-curdler, "Undertaking Parlor," ranks as one of the most memorable horror covers that EC ever dished up for its fan-addicts. Once seen, no EC reader would ever forget this pulse-pounding scene of little kids running for their lives from a knife-wielding lunatic, beneath a full moon in a graveyard! Jack Davis' unique blend of horror and humor was ideally suited for such over-the-top chiller-dillers! Jack Davis recalled his early days of looking for his niche at EC; he initially tried to land a spot as a romance artist! "Al Feldstein gave me my first horror story, probably because my romance work was such horrible stuff." This cover exemplifies the Jack Davis hallmarks: his loose and scratchy line work, and a knack for exaggerated expression, in both the faces and body language of his figures. As Davis himself put it, "I'm a cartoonist, not an illustrator." The end result was storytelling with an emotional impact that was visceral. Small wonder that Dr. Frederick Wertham cited a Jack Davis yarn in his infamous anti-comics screed, Seduction of the Innocent. The image area of the cover is 13.5" x 19.5", and the art is in Excellent condition. Tuck your drool cups under your quivering chins fan-addicts, and begin the bidding!
Auction 816 | Lot: 2283 | May 20, 2005

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More Fun Comics #58 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. You can see from the grade and our scan how nice-looking this comic is, so let us take this opportunity to stress how early it is -- the fact that it has an ad for Batman #1 and All-Star Comics #1 speaks volumes here. This NM copy is a great showcase for the Bernard Baily cover -- when the Spectre isn't even the most ominous-looking guy in the picture, that's pretty spooky indeed. Baily and writer Jerry Siegel teamed up for the Spectre story. Also in this issue are some of the earliest appearances of Dr. Fate and Congo Bill. This is not only the highest-graded copy that CGC has certified to date, it's the only one graded above 9.0. CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $5,300. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1131 | May 20, 2005

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More Fun Comics #62 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. The Spectre was a nearly omnipotent superhero, and Bernard Baily's cover for this issue showcases the character's overwhelming power. The other heroes in this issue are not too shabby in their own right; among them are Dr. Fate and Congo Bill. Even the Spectre with all his power wouldn't be able to find a better copy of the issue than this one -- ours is not just the highest-graded copy CGC has certified to date, it's the only one graded above 9.0. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $4,100. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1135 | May 20, 2005

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Batman #6 Allentown pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. If you wonder why people make such a fuss about pedigree collections, a look at this stunning Allentown book will tell you how nice a comic can look if handled with the utmost care over many decades. It's a superb showcase for a Jerry Robinson cover that's a collector's favorite in any condition. If only the best will do, this qualifies on every level; one of the icons among superheroes, historical significance, eye-catching cover by one of the premier Golden Age artists, respected pedigree, and the highest-graded copy of the issue that CGC has reviewed to date. Truly one of the rare gems in this auction. Note that a small plastic stabilizing peg is loose inside the CGC holder, not affecting the comic or the integrity of the holder. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $6,500. CGC census 2/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 3566 | May 20, 2005

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Richard Felton Outcault - Yellow Kid and Buster Brown Hand-Colored Sunday Comic Strip Art Original Art, dated 11-3-07 (American-Journal-Examiner, 1907). Here's a sensational piece for comic strip art collectors -- the original art for the November 3, 1907 Buster Brown Sunday, titled "Strange Things Do Happen To." This remarkable Sunday featured a rare crossover between two of R.F. Outcault's greatest creations; Outcault's promethean creation, the slum kid Mickey Dugan, who was dubbed the Yellow Kid, and the merry prankster, Buster Brown. The Yellow Kid appeared in the Buster Brown feature on only four occasions, twice in 1907, and twice again in 1910. This beautiful, hand-colored original features a double-portrait of two of the oldest and most irascible tykes in comic strip history. Yellow Kid originals are exceptionally rare. Only one Hogan's Alley original starring the Kid is known to exist, while only two of the Buster Brown strips co-starring the Kid have surfaced. Richard Felton Outcault was so celebrated for his creations of the Yellow Kid and Buster Brown, that upon his death, newspapers credited him as the creator of the comic strip itself. In 1894, Outcault began illustrating scenes that detailed humorous aspects of tenement life in New York City for Joseph Pulitzer's New York World. Mickey Dugan, the Yellow Kid, was a slum kid with a bald head and big ears, and he was the star of Hogan's Alley. When the strip made its transition into a Sunday color panel, the Kid wore a bright yellow nightshirt which was emblazoned with his biting slang. As the Kid's popularity soared, a bidding war over Outcault's creation broke out between Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst. The Kid had become the first comics merchandising super-star. By 1896, Outcault had relocated to Hearst's New York Journal. Pulitzer countered by continuing Hogan's Alley, with World staff artist George Luks as
Auction 816 | Lot: 2115 | May 20, 2005

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More Fun Comics #53 (DC, 1940) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. This issue, the second appearance of the Spectre, is currently #23 in Overstreet's ranking of the most valuable comic books, and the high ranking has to do with the hero's presence as well as the scarcity of the book -- it's a Gerber "8." The Spectre appears in costume on the bondage cover and again at the end of the story, both of which were drawn by Bernard Baily. This book features the start of the Captain Desmo feature (the pilot's previous aerial heroics had been in the pages of Adventure Comics) and a host of other stories as well. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $18,400. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 8.0, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1126 | May 20, 2005

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Johnny Craig - Vault of Horror #14 Cover Original Art (EC, 1950). Here's a cover drawn to terrorize all you fan-addicts -- to make the blood freeze in your veins. For spine-tingling chills, few artists created a horror-mood to match the depth of Johnny Craig's EC works. Caleb Standish sweated bullets as he awaited the results of the "Voodoo Vengeance" against his cheating wife, Sally. Johnny Craig was a meticulous draftsman and a gifted writer-editor as well. He outlined his psychological approach to his chillers, "Fear is inside a person. Some people are afraid of some things, some are afraid of other things. But whatever they're afraid of is inside them." Craig's favorite horror themes included voodoo, zombies, personality transference, and above all, the psychological aspects of fear. This early cover, the third in the series, was a first-rate effort spotlighting many of Johnny Craig's noted themes. The image area of the cover measures 13.5" x 19.5". The cover has replacement stats of the title logo and caption box; otherwise the art is in Excellent condition. Don't be haunted by the killer horror cover that got away, bid today!
Auction 816 | Lot: 2271 | May 20, 2005

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Sensation Comics #1 (DC, 1942) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. This key comic is listed among the 30 most valuable comics by Overstreet, and our copy is one of the best you'll find. It's the second appearance of the number one superheroine in comics, Wonder Woman, in an issue released just one month after she was first seen 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 packed a punch: 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. The number of existing copies of this issue is "less than average" according to Gerber. Coupled with Wonder Woman's ever-increasing popularity, that means this book will only become more sought-after with the passage of time. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $19,400; VF/NM 9.0 value = $31,700. CGC census 2/05: 2 in 8.5, 2 higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 3659 | May 20, 2005

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Wally Wood - Weird Science #18 Cover Original Art (EC, 1953). Good Lord! -- a science fiction fan would be hard-pressed to find a more spectacular vision than this Wally Wood masterpiece. As a squadron of flying saucers dropped atomic bombs, the readers were treated to a detailed view into one of the saucers, with a close-up of its alien crew, as they did their fly-by. Scenes such as this were bliss for almost every fantasy-starved kid who went to the movies in the fifties. The theme of a horrific alien invasion reached its zenith with Topps' 1962 Mars Attacks trading cards, and Wally Wood had a hand in creating those too. Cold War fears helped make such inconceivable destruction seem almost inevitable. Choke! Added to this iconic image was a caption emblazoned with one of the most hallowed names in science fiction -- Ray Bradbury. William Gaines noted, "I should mention that Bradbury was wild about our adaptations. He was really very happy with them, every new one he saw he just kept raving about them." The image area measures 13.5" x 19.5", and the art is in Excellent condition. Comic fans marveled at the love and dedication Wally Wood poured into his EC science fiction work, and here's a chance to acquire one of his finest covers ever!
Auction 816 | Lot: 2579 | May 20, 2005

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Startling Comics #49 (Better Publications, 1948) CGC NM 9.4 Cream to off-white pages. Only one issue in the 53-issue run is rated more valuable than this one by Overstreet, and the #10 issue featuring the first appearance of the Fighting Yank just barely edges out #49. One look at this stunning, classic cover by Alex Schomburg (as "Xela") tells you why. Beautiful girl in bondage, a bad robot, a hero with a ray gun, an alien landscape... it doesn't get better than this! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $5,400. CGC census 3/05: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 3276 | May 20, 2005

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Special Edition Comics #1 Denver pedigree (Fawcett, 1940) CGC NM 9.4 Cream to off-white pages. This is the first comic book entirely devoted to Captain Marvel, pre-dating Captain Marvel Adventures #1 -- the hero had of course been the star of Whiz Comics, but he had to share that title with other characters. Captain Marvel's signature artist, C. C. Beck, drew this now-famous cover in addition to providing spectacular interior artwork.This fabulous copy is nigh-flawless with a tight spine and rich cover tones. One of the best copies in existence of one of the most important Fawcett issues. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $13,000. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 9.4, 2 higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 3265 | May 20, 2005

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Detective Comics #58 (DC, 1941) CGC NM 9.4 Cream to off-white pages. This is the first appearance of one of the best-known comic book villains of all, the Penguin! He's one of the few comic baddies who has truly become a household name, and that's thanks to his decades of comic book appearances as well as battling Batman both on TV and in the movies. And while the Penguin became more of a "comedy villain" in years to come, he was quite cold-blooded at the start -- a murderer, in fact! Artist Bob Kane reportedly got the idea for the character's visuals from the penguin used in the Kool cigarette ads, with writer Bill Finger contributing the gadget umbrellas that became the character's trademark. This issue's cover is by Fred Ray and Jerry Robinson; the interior art on the Batman story is by Kane, Robinson, and George Roussos. As this issue was from the early days when Detective Comics wasn't yet an all-Batman title, there's a host of backup features, including superhero the Crimson Avenger, gumshoe Slam Bradley, and also the last installment of the Speed Saunders feature which had been appearing in this title since issue #1. No copy of this key issue has been certified with a higher grade by CGC to date. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $6,200. CGC census 3/05: 3 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 3595 | May 20, 2005

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Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #1-12 Bound Volume (Dell, 1940-41). Here's a bundle of comic book history, all wrapped up with hard covers. We are referring to Walt Disney's Comics and Stories Volume 1, a bound volume consisting of the first twelve sixty-four-page issues of this time-honored publication. Issue #1, is ranked among the 50 most valuable Golden Age comics by Overstreet. These copies were used by the Dell offices, and many pages have notes concerning reprints. Also, some of the pages were trimmed rather close to the image area, and some pages were poorly trimmed (looks like a dull blade was used), resulting in some extra page area showing along the outside edge. These are very minor distractions, and do not take away from the overall appeal of this magnificent bound volume. This is truly an incredible item for any Disney comics collector! Overstreet 2005 VG 4.0 value for group = $6,550. From the Random House Archives.
Auction 816 | Lot: 6365 | May 20, 2005

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Feature Books #nn Dick Tracy - File Copy (David McKay, 1937) Condition: VG+. This historic issue, the first all-Dick Tracy comic book, is deemed "Very Rare" by Overstreet, which notes, "Five known copies; two incomplete" (this copy is complete!). Gerber assigned it the exclusive "9" rating. We've had the privilege to handle the rarest Dick Tracy items under the sun, but this is the first time we've seen an unrestored copy of this one. Overstreet 2005 VG 4.0 value = $1,548. From the Random House Archives.
Auction 816 | Lot: 6023 | May 20, 2005

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Morris Gollub (attributed) - Turok, Son of Stone #23 Cover Original Art (Dell, 1961). Turok, Son of Stone, first appeared in 1954 in Dell's Four Color #596. The theme of Native Americans battling dinosaurs made this series a sure-fire fan-favorite for the Baby Boom generation! Turok and Andar battled to save a human sacrifice from certain death in this scene from the "Cave of Doom". This acrylic on board painting has an image area of approximately 15" x 19". There are a few small registration marks pasted-on around the edges of the image; otherwise the art is in Excellent condition. From the Random House Archives.
Auction 816 | Lot: 6479 | May 20, 2005

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Four Color (Series One) #13-25 Bound Volume (Dell, 1941). This is a historic volume of Western Publishing file copies, all of which were bound and trimmed into a hardback book. Among its contents is the very first color Mickey Mouse solo comic (which has a 2005 Overstreet VG 4.0 value of $2,800, we might add), plus a number of other early firsts. The book (labeled Four Color Comics One Shots Vol. II) contains #13 (Walt Disney's The Reluctant Dragon with photos and an introduction to the film Fantasia); #14 (Moon Mullins, first issue); #15 (Tillie the Toiler, first issue); #16 (Mickey Mouse Outwits the Phantom Blot) first Mickey comic); #17 (Dumbo of the Circus, first issue); #18 (Jiggs and Maggie, first issue); #19 (Barney Google and Snuffy Smith, first issue); #20 (Tiny Tim); #21 (Dick Tracy); #22 (Don Winslow of the Navy); #23 (Gang Busters); #24 (Captain Easy); and #24 (Popeye). A handwritten note on the cover of this volume shows the confusion that reigned for years about this series. As the first 18 issues of Four Color were not marked as such, someone has written "These are not 4 color" by their listing. It wasn't until issue #19 that the words "Four Color" were actually used on the cover, and after #25, the numbering was restarted with #1, resulting in a "second series" of Four Color. This particular volume, like many we are offering in this sale, was used by the Dell editorial office to pick older stories to reprint, often with changes; the Mickey Mouse and Dumbo issues are both heavily marked with revisions for later use. As this book was used extensively, it has received wear and tear over the years; the front papers of the book and the cover of the first comic have come loose, and the spine has separated from the book. Despite this minor damage, this is still a very desirable and
Auction 816 | Lot: 6202 | May 20, 2005

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The Mickey Mouse Box (Whitman, 1939). Published by Whitman in 1939, the individual volumes featured in this boxed set occasionally surface -- but, due in large part to the inexpensive pulp stock used for the interior pages, locating sharp copies remains a challenge. Only the most advanced Disney collectors are aware that these five volumes -- Timid Elmer, Mother Pluto, The Ugly Duckling, The Practical Pic, and The Farmyard Symphony -- were also issued by Whitman in a boxed edition. The books themselves are just about as close to Mint condition as you'll ever see. The Mickey Mouse Box housing the books is so scarce as to be virtually non-existent. This one is complete - no fading, all corners intact, with no taping. There is some light spotting, foxing, and wear to the extremities. Truly exceptional - this is the only one we've ever seen. From the Larry Jacobs Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 4165 | May 20, 2005

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Marge Buell - Little Lulu Panel Page Original Art, Group of 4 (Saturday Evening Post, undated). Marge's Little Lulu single-panel cartoon debuted in the Saturday Evening Post on February 23, 1935, and continued weekly through 1945. Many of these cartoons were later reprinted in a fondly remembered series of books by David McKay. The image area of each of the panels measures 6.5" x 7", and the condition of the art is Excellent. Drawn in handsome tints and shades of red, pink, and grey, Marge Buell's gags are as charming as they are hilarious. Four panel cartoons have been professionally matted together. From the Random House Archives.
Auction 816 | Lot: 6422 | May 20, 2005

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George Evans (attributed) - Twilight Zone # 01-860-210 Cover Original Art (Dell, 1962). You're traveling through another dimension, a dimension not only of sight and sound but of mind. A journey into a wondrous land whose boundaries are that of imagination. That's the signpost up ahead -- your next stop, the Twilight Zone! The Overstreet Price Guide attributed this cover to George Evans, but many of the Dell and Gold Key painted covers were done by Morris Gollub, George Wilson, and others. In any case, this superb image was used for the fourth appearance of The Twilight Zone in the Dell comic publications. Gold Key later took over the title and issued their issue number one in 1962. This cover was reprinted on Gold Key's issue #27. "The Collector" had the tables turned when he found himself displayed as a trophy in "the Twilight Zone!" This acrylic on board painting has an image area of approximately 17" x 22". There are a few small registration marks pasted-on around the edges of the image; otherwise the art is in Excellent condition. From the Random House Archives.
Auction 816 | Lot: 6483 | May 20, 2005

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