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Charles Schulz - Original Art for Peanuts Sunday dated 6-22-52 (United Feature Syndicate, 1952). Every condition-conscious collector's nightmare is vividly brought to life here as Good Ol' Charlie Brown destroys a whole rack of pre-code crime and horror comics. Oh, the agony! Schulz brings his pointed sense of humor to bear on the comics industry, making a point ("For the Kiddies", indeed) that Frederic Wertham would make a few years later, with epic results. An early Sunday (Peanuts made its syndicated debut a mere two years previously), this is a great example of Schulz's early work. The Charlie Brown featured here is an earlier version of the character, reminiscent of Schulz's L'il Folks characters from the late 1940s. This is one of the earliest examples of this landmark strip ever to be offered for public sale. Attractively framed and matted to an overall size of approximately 32" x 24.5", with an approximate image area of 22.5" x 15.25", the piece is in excellent condition. Signed by Shulz in the last panel, this is an exquisite example of a strip that has earned a prominent place in American cultural history.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6358 | Dec 7, 2002

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Frank Frazetta - Original Oil Painting, "Brooklyn Dreams" (1962). Brooklyn Dreams is an oil painting by the great Frank Frazetta that was executed in 1961 or 1962 for Tower Publications as a possible cover for one of the men's paperback novels that were abundant at that time. It wasn't used at the time because of the financial failure of several of those companies (It was finally published in 1999 as "Pinup", on page 147 of Frank Frazetta: Legends). It should be noted that Frazetta did a series of pen and brush "girlie" illustrations for a wide assortment of men's magazines and paperbacks during this period. All those originals have been lost or destroyed, with the exception of two pen illustrations and this oil. The piece features an image area of 13" x 20" and is in excellent condition. It is executed on standard illustration board. The reverse contains a series of lively jumping horse studies drawn in pencil. This oil is an excellent example of Frazetta's approach, a rich mix of power and subtlety. One can't help noticing the fascinating counterpoint between the explosiveness of the subject's voluptuous body and her rather pensive pose. The flesh tones feature beautifully blended colors, a Frazetta trademark. The breast area is a kaleidoscope of soft tints. The changing background colors reflect the changing moods in the girl's thoughts. This painting conjures a wonderful and beguiling story that speaks directly to the viewer's imagination. What is this scene? What is happening? Is she waiting for a lover? Is she a common prostitute dreaming of better things? Perhaps she is just trying to get some air on her balcony during a hot Brooklyn night? There is a narrative puzzle here that both enchants and satisfies.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6448 | Dec 7, 2002

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Robert Crumb - Original Cover Art for Motor City Comics #2 (Rip Off Press, 1970). It's Lenore Goldberg and her girl commandos getting busted by the "man" on this classic Crumb cover. Crumb pieces, especially covers, are amongst the most desirable in the world of undergrounds. The cover has some light staining on the left edge, some tape on the back, and a small pin hole in the upper right not affecting the image. White-out was used on one set of eyes. A great piece for any comix enthusiast. Overall size of this piece is 9.75" x 14", with the image area being 9" x 12.5".
Auction 805 | Lot: 6424 | Dec 7, 2002

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Robert Crumb - Original Art for Hup #3, Complete 9-page Story, "Nausea" (Last Gasp, 1989). An extremely odd piece of work, this is Crumb's interpretation of a portion of "Nausea," Jean-Paul Sartre's 1938 existential examination of the self and the meaning of existence in a frequently hostile and uncaring universe. The perfect artist to bring this landmark philosophical gem to cartoon life, Crumb has chosen a pivotal portion of the novel that details the meeting of Antoine Roquentin, the book's protagonist, with the "Self-Taught Man," and centers on Roquentin's realization that existence is nothingness and that each individual must confront the "nothingness" of reality. Beautifully rendered in Crumb's highly detailed style, each page measures approximately 13.75" x 17", with an image area of approximately 10.5" x 16". The pages are in excellent condition, and represent the apex of Crumb's creative output. Truly a masterpiece, this story stands as a unique work by an acknowledged master.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6422 | Dec 7, 2002

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Ken Kelly - Original Painting, "The Mighty King" (undated). For sheer animal ferocity, none can match Kong, the Eighth Wonder of the World! The gargantuan proportions of this great jungle beast are accented by the small, fragile figure of the woman, cringing helplessly in the foreground. Ken Kelly, protege of Frank Frazetta and one of the leading fantasy artists of the modern age, has perfectly captured the moment of the mighty ape-god's triumph in this titanic masterpiece. Professionally framed and measuring 46.5" x 61" overall, this painting is in excellent condition, and will certainly make the winning bidder feel like thumping his chest with pride!
Auction 805 | Lot: 6511 | Dec 7, 2002

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Robert Crumb - Original Illustration for Art and Beauty Magazine (Kitchen Sink, 1996). A girl at the beach is the subject of this Crumb piece. The illustration is great with a minimal use of white-out and, even though she has a small waist, has the trademark calves and thighs of a Crumb girl. Its overall size is 11" x 14" with an image size of 8.75" x 12" and would be a great addition to your collection.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6418 | Dec 7, 2002

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Frank Frazetta - Original Illustration for Edgar Rice Burroughs' Chessmen of Mars (Doubleday, 1973). An energetic illustration from the brush of Frank Frazetta for the 1973 Doubleday Book Club publication of Edgar Rice Burroughs' Chessmen of Mars (used on page 238). The drawing captures all the fantastic intensity that Frazetta is world-famous for. The hero's face contorts into a barely-human snarl as he confronts the attacking Martian creature. His head wildly turns and hair violently swirls as the ferocious confrontation occurs. Note the counterbalancing forces at work in this virtuoso drawing as Frazetta artistically balances the savage charge of the creature with the hero's hand braced against the wall and the toes of his foot riveted to the floor. His hand is braced to ward off the charge.The feral intensity of the Martian rat is perfectly matched against the angered, blood-infused muscularity of the hero. The crosshatching is strategically placed to give the suggestion of a black, lightless chamber. The brushwork on this illustration is simply sublime, and it represents Frazetta's strongest period of work for the Doubleday company. It is a simple drawing that is brilliant in execution and captures the total essence of the text and makes it even better -- a beautiful horror that captures the eye and delights the mind. Measuring approximately 11.5" x 14" overall, with an approximate image area of 9.5" x 8", the piece is in excellent condition and is signed by the artist in the upper right.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6449 | Dec 7, 2002

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Ken Kelly - Original Cover Art for Vampirella #6 (Warren, 1970). One of the most popular horror magazines to come out of the Warren stable, Vampirella was an instant hit. And how could it not be, with its skillful blend of bloodcurdling horror and blatant eroticism? The outstanding covers didn't hurt either, by such illustrative luminaries as Frank Frazetta, Ken Kelly, Boris Vallejo, Vaughn Bode, and Wally Wood. Offered here is the original cover painting for Vampirella #6 by Ken Kelly. A dark, moody piece, Kelly has perfectly captured the moment of discovery when the beautiful girl discovers that she is being stalked by the horrible monster. A true masterwork, this piece measures approximately 10" x 15.25" overall and is in excellent condition. It has been signed by the artist in the lower left.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6509 | Dec 7, 2002

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Carl Barks - Original Watercolor Painting, "Go Slowly, Hands of Time" (Celestial Arts, 1981). A landmark volume from the legendary "Good Duck Artist," the publication of this book marked a new era of detente between Barks and Disney, who had forbidden the artist from illustrating any of their characters for several years. In addition to reprinting some classic Duck stories, the limited edition book also included a new story, "Go Slowly, Hands of Time," in which Scrooge McDuck becomes obsessed with his mortality and desperately searches for the Fountain of Youth. The exquisite watercolor presented here was part of that story. Framed to an overall size of approximately 20.5" x 22", with an image area of approximately 11" x 11", this is a superb piece, rich with warm, subtle tones, all contributing to an extremely pleasing composition. In excellent condition, the piece is signed by the artist in the lower left.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6375 | Dec 7, 2002

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John Romita, Sr. - Original Front and Back Cover Art for Marvel Special Edition #1 (Marvel, 1975). Spidey faces off against seven of his deadliest foes in this outstanding Romita cover. Both Romita and Spidey are hot these days, but there aren't that many pieces that feature Spidey in action against these foes. These pages have the pencils to the front and back cover of one of the giant-sized '70s comics put out by Marvel. The inks were done on vellum, which allowed Romita's true vision to be preserved for some lucky bidder. These pages are extremely fresh with no stains, creases, and white-out. The overall size of the pieces is approximately 11" x 15", with the image measuring 10" x 14".
Auction 805 | Lot: 6583 | Dec 7, 2002

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Bob Montana - Original Comic Strip Art for Archie, dated 7-27-47 (Archie, 1947). Originally created as a filler in the pages of Pep Comics in 1941, Archie Andrews was the cover feature within 18 months, and was starring in his own daily and Sunday newspaper strip by 1947. In subsequent years, Archie also became a TV show, an animated cartoon, and even a bubblegum rock band, whose song, "Sugar, Sugar" hit #1 in 1969. The piece offered here is from the strip's first year, and bears Montana's distinctive style, especially in the look of Jughead and Veronica (Dan DeCarlo's style wouldn't be adopted as gospel for another decade). In excellent condition, the page measures approximately 22" x 30" overall, with an image area of approximately 19.5" x 25.75". The title logo is a stat, which has developed a slight degree of rippling over the years, but all the rest of the page is fully original. Montana art is difficult to find, particularly nice early examples like this. Don't let it pass you by.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6357 | Dec 7, 2002

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Wally Wood - Original Preliminary Art for "The Spawn of Venus" (circa 1954). Bill Gaines attempted a bold experiment in 1954 with the publication of Three-Dimensional EC Classics and Three-Dimensional Tales from the Crypt of Terror. Riding the wave of the 3-D boom that was sweeping the nation through movies and comics at the time, Gaines decided to have some of his company's best stories reworked and redrawn for this exciting new medium. The two issues cited above were done in the standard four levels of depth popular at the time, but an unpublished third issue, made up of redrawn science fiction stories was to be presented in an unheard-of six-level format! Four stories, two from Weird Fantasy and two from Weird Science, were slated for this landmark issue, but the public's fascination with the 3-D fad faded as quickly as it had appeared and the book was never published. Fortunately, the stories have seen print elsewhere since that time, including this gem by Wally Wood, which was later published in the artist's own magazine, Witzend #6. This is a reworking of the story originally penciled by Al Feldstein that appeared in Weird Science #6, and is almost certainly the inspiration for the 1958 film "The Blob" starring Steve McQueen. Tightly penciled on pages measuring approximately 15" x 22", this story is in excellent condition. The text has been hand-lettered on the pages, presumably by Wood himself, and the 3-D levels are indicated in red pencil. There are also a plethora of Wood's doodles in the margins and on the backs of several pages. The splash page is particularly great, and shows how much work Wood put into even his preliminary pieces. This is a great piece, which only a handful of faithful fans have seen before now.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6636 | Dec 7, 2002

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Jack Davis - Original Art for Haunt of Fear #26, Complete 7-page Story, "Comes the Dawn!" (EC, 1954). EC forever changed the level of quality that was expected from the comic book format. These shocking stories set the standard for the "twist ending." Though the staff of EC writers used every cliche in the book, they were none-the-less very well written, with art that conveyed the story in the finest way possible. This complete original story by the famous science fiction writer, Otto Binder, features art by Jack Davis at the height of his career at EC. The tight ink work and attention to detail that Davis put into every panel contrasted nicely with his cartoony style which was perfect for the insanely hysterical faces of his ill-fated characters. This classic tale is about three modern prospectors who discover a large uranium strike in the Arctic. One of them decides that a one-way split sounds better than a three-way split and plots to turn a vampire loose from the frozen coffin that they just happen to stumble across. What the treacherous villain doesn't realize, is that once the vampire kills the other partners, the sun won't come up for another week because of the long winter nights! Heh, Heh, Heh! Two of the panels have zipatone applications and there are a few text stats. Otherwise, the story is nicely hand lettered with very minor use of white-out. The average size of these pages is 15.5" x 22".
Auction 805 | Lot: 6429 | Dec 7, 2002

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Robert Crumb - Original Art for Art and Beauty Magazine #1, (Kitchen Sink, 1996). Besides loving to draw big-boned women, Robert Crumb has quite an affinity for the blues and bluegrass musicians of the '30s and '40s. It shows in this page with a banjo player featured and quotes from musicians and writers of the day. This white-out-free page measures 11" x 14", with the image being 8.75" x 13.25". A nice page to start a Crumb art collection.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6417 | Dec 7, 2002

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Steve Ditko - Original Splash Page for Showcase #73 "The Coming of the Creeper!!" (DC, 1967). Despite being Steve Ditko's most intriguing post-Spider-Man creation, the Creeper never quite grabbed the public's attention in the same way as that pesky Wall-Crawler, but he remains a favorite among fans. Presented here is the historic title splash to the Creeper's origin story from Showcase #73, where he was given the traditional try-out before getting his own short-lived series. Posed before a metaphoric wall of masks -- representing the faces of the villains he encounters in this tale of his Becoming -- the Creeper is poised for a life of crime-fighting. The image is superb; the body language of the figure and the supple inking are unmistakably Ditko, and one can almost sense his excitement at the launching of this new and invigorating character. An important Silver Age piece from one of the grandmasters of the comics medium. 10.5" x 16".
Auction 805 | Lot: 6439 | Dec 7, 2002

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Frank Frazetta - Original Illustration for Tarzan and the Lost Empire (Ace, 1962). Universally acknowledged as one of the finest artists ever to bring Burroughs' Lord of the Jungle to life, Frank Frazetta established himself with his work on Tarzan. After several years as a comic book artist and an assistant to Al Capp on L'il Abner, Frazetta broke into the paperback illustration field with a landmark series of Burroughs' covers and interior illustrations for Ace Books. The piece offered here, rendered in pen and ink, is from this period. The very first frontispiece from the very first Tarzan book with a Frazetta cover, it has an image area of approximately 2.5" x 3.5", and has been framed to an overall size of 11.5" x 12". This period of Frazetta's career is considered by many to be the high point of his creative efforts, as he struggled to reinvent himself after toiling for years in Capp's restrictive "bigfoot" style. An outstanding piece, this is will be a fabulous acquisition for either the beginning Frazetta collector or the Burroughs' bibliophile on a budget.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6452 | Dec 7, 2002

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Don Heck - Original Art for Tales of Suspense #42 "Trapped by the Red Barbarian" - Complete 13-Page Story (Marvel, 1963). Stan Lee, in true Cold War fashion, takes his battle with the Commies into the 1960s in this historic fourth appearance of the Invincible Iron-Man. Sporting his original gold armor, Iron-Man, comes face to face with the Red Barbarian in a titanic tussle between two ideological opposites. Don Heck's slick, stylized art is undervalued in today's marketplace, making this a rare opportunity to pick up a fabulous early story from the beginnings of the Marvel Universe. In excellent condition, the image area on this twice-up gem measures approximately 13" x 18.5".
Auction 805 | Lot: 6483 | Dec 7, 2002

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Bernie Wrightson - Original Watercolor Painting (1974). Few artists' names conjure up images of the macabre like Bernie Wrightson. His work on Swamp Thing and other horror titles for DC and Marvel has attained legendary status. His dark illustrations are even more effective due to the meticulous attention to detail he gives to each element of the composition. His decaying corpses, dripping caverns, swirling mists, and rotting caskets, have never been equaled in their ability to stimulate the senses. The dry mouth, sweating brow, musty dungeon, or brittle pages of a book, pull the viewer into the terror of the moment. In this fantastic example, a new day is dawning as the vampire returns to his casket. His nightly quest for blood has been satisfied. His expression lacks any sign of remorse; instead, there is arrogance that is almost a challenge to the viewer. This work of art has an image area of 9.5" x 13.5", with an overall size of 14" x 18".
Auction 805 | Lot: 6640 | Dec 7, 2002

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Winsor McCay - Original Comic Strip Art for Dream of the Rarebit Fiend (New York Herald Co., 1905). One of the most original, unique, and creative artists ever to master the comic strip medium, Winsor McCay was a true genius whose work is still read and appreciated almost a century after publication. Best known as the creator of Little Nemo in Slumberland and as a pioneer of early animation (Gertie the Dinosaur stands as a landmark of cartoon art), this strip, Dreams of the Rarebit Fiend, was his first big success. The premise, bad dreams brought about by an overindulgence in Welsh rarebit, gave McCay a wide palette upon which to construct his absurd, surrealist fantasies. In this example, a woman dreams of her husband who has mysteriously reduced in size. In good condition, the piece measures approximately 14" x 21.75" overall, with some light staining around the edges. There is a light blue "X" that runs across the entire page, and there has been some chipping to the top edge. The title bar is a stat, as is the copyright bar at the bottom, but all the rest is purely original. There is a handwritten notation at the bottom which reads, "3 cols Telegram... Return to Winsor McCay". The piece is signed "Silas" in the last panel. As an extra bonus, there is an additional cartoon on the reverse of the piece. Titled "The Interference of Dandy: The Professor in a Trap Which Sprung Backward, Chapter V. By Edward W. Townsend, Author of Chimmie Eadde," this fully finished piece is signed "Mc" in the lower right corner. The chipping mentioned earlier has eliminated approximately 1/2" from the extreme right edge of this piece, making some of the text unreadable. There is a note, presumably in McCay's hand, which reads, "NOTICE! Being short of card board, I had to do this on the back of a rarebit dream, which you will find on the back of this... DO NOT make the dream... is unfinished. BUT SAVE THIS... McCay." One of the finest cartoonists of the 20th century, McCay
Auction 805 | Lot: 6354 | Dec 7, 2002

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Joe Orlando and Vince Colletta - Original Art for Daredevil #4, Page 1 (Marvel, 1964). Once a staple of the EC art staff, Joe Orlando had a brief stint at Marvel Comics before moving on to edit most of DC's horror line. This terrific Daredevil title splash is from the brief period Joe spent at the House of Ideas, and shows ol' Hornhead surrounded by a surly mob. The inks are by Marvel mainstay Vince Colletta. The art is in very good condition, the only stat being in the top left corner of the title area. Minimal white-out. It appears that a paste-over is missing in the title area. Image area is 12.5" x 18.5".
Auction 805 | Lot: 6560 | Dec 7, 2002

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Berni Wrightson - Original Title Page for House of Mystery #211 (DC, 1973). Not too many artists are able to juggle horror and humor like the great Bernie Wrightson and this page makes it more than obvious. Taken out of the vaults of House of Mystery #211, this terror-de-force is top-of-the-line and you have to see it to believe it. The combination of rich black shadows with textures as light as cobwebs and heavy as 200-year old candelabras coated with wax is masterfully handled by the horror heir-apparent Wrightson. Overall size is 10.5" x 16" with an image area of 15.5" x 13". Some tape staining at the top and left edge and some various smudge marks along the bottom edge do nothing to detract from this awesome image. Signed by Bernie Wrightson at the bottom right edge.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6638 | Dec 7, 2002

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Ken Kelly - Original Painting, "Kingdom of The Knights" (undated). A masterful painting by one of the leading fantasy artists of modern times, this painting is a riot of color and movement. Perfectly balanced, the placidity of the knights in the center is perfectly counterpointed by the chaotic movement of the dragons on either side. Attractively framed and measuring approximately 43.5" x 64" overall, this is a brilliant creation, and worthy of a place of honor in the even the finest collection. It is signed by the artist in the lower right.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6510 | Dec 7, 2002

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Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers - Original Art for Avengers #1, page 2 (Marvel, 1963). Take a look at this blast from the past from the historic first issue of The Avengers #1. Here is page two of the coming of the Avengers, penciled by the undisputed king of comics, Jack Kirby and aptly inked by Darlin' Dick Ayers. You'll find a lot to look at on this page as we move swiftly from Loki's enchanted prison, to Asgard, all the way to Earth. We've also got cameo appearances by Dr. Don Blake and the Incredible Hulk. This page is a whopping 14" x 21.5", with an image area of 12.5" x 18.5". In excellent condition, it's amazing to see. It will look even better in your collection. Signed by Jack Kirby at the lower right side.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6513 | Dec 7, 2002

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Mark Schultz - Original Cover Art for the Comics Journal #150 (Fantagraphics, 1992). From the creator of the highly-acclaimed Xenozoic Tales (aka Cadillacs and Dinosaurs) comes this stunning illustration of Jack Tenrec and Hannah Dundee, relaxing with some good reading material. Measuring approximately 14" x 12" overall, with an approximate image area of 10" x 9.5", this piece clearly demonstrates the influence Frank Frazetta has had on Schultz's work. A beautiful woman, a cool dinosaur, and a stack of comics. What more could you ask for?
Auction 805 | Lot: 6591 | Dec 7, 2002

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Larry Lieber - Original Comic Strip Art for The Amazing Spider-Man Dailies, Lot of 100 (King Features Syndicate, various dates). Talk about your instant collection! You'll be the envy of Marvelites everywhere when you emerge victorious from the general melee that's sure to ensue when bidding opens on this baby! Now, there's not a lot of Spidey in costume in this collection, but there's a plethora of Peter Parker and a multitude of Mary Jane. You'll also be transfixed and tantalized by the virtual volume of wholesome heroes and viperous villains. Thrill to the awe and wonder of Doctors Strange and Doom, cringe at the titanic temper-tantrums of J. Jonah Jameson, be amazed at the heroic hijinks of The Beast, Daredevil and the Hulk, and tremble before the terrible triumphs of the Ringmaster and his Circus of Crime! Heck, we'll even throw in a captivatin' cameo by Bashful Bill Clinton at no extra charge! The strips vary somewhat in size, but average about 13.25" x 4.25" overall, and are in excellent condition. Face it, tiger, you just hit the jackpot!
Auction 805 | Lot: 6353 | Dec 7, 2002

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Russ Heath - Original Art for Cover, Pin-up and Complete 21-page Story for Punisher #26 (Marvel, 1989). If down and dirty action is your scene, and gritty realism your favorite comic topic, then look no further. You are now in the hands of a true master, an artist capable of rendering everything from the tiniest detail of spent gun shells to the overwhelming majesty of an approaching submarine. Whether it's war on the battlefield or war in the streets, Russ Heath brings his usual level of riveting detail to each and every panel. Overall size is 11" x 17", with an image size of 10.5" x 15.5". These are the cleanest pages you will find anywhere, with not one drop of white-out anywhere in the entire package. And the last panel on the last page will take your breath away. Signed by Russ Heath on the lower section of the cover.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6476 | Dec 7, 2002

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Jeff Jones - Original Oil Painting "After the Fire" (undated). Combining classical illustrative techniques with current sensibilities, Jeff Jones has established himself as one of the finest painters of modern times. Drawing inspiration from the 19th-century masters of illustration, Jones paints portraits of a bygone age and transports the viewer to a new reality. This painting, which measures approximately 36" x 26" and is in excellent condition, shows a proud warrior ready for the next battle. A beautiful piece by a master craftsman.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6495 | Dec 7, 2002

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Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers - Original Art for Fantastic Four #10, page 5 (Marvel, 1963). In 1961, a revolution occurred. Not in Cuba, not in Russia, not in any of the political hotspots around the globe. no, this revolution took place in the quiet and unassuming world of comic books and burst onto the scene with the publication of Fantastic Four #1. Almost instantly, readers knew that they were witness to something truly spectacular, a comic magazine the likes of which had never been seen before. Written by Stan "The Man" Lee and illustrated by Jack "King" Kirby, this was a comic that dared to be different, to boldly go where no comic had gone before! Any lingering doubts about the envelope-pushing nature of this comic were dispelled in issue #10, when Stan and Jack actually made a cameo in their own comic, and came face-to-face with the Lord of Latveria, the dreaded Doctor Doom himself! Offered here is that groundbreaking page from that landmark issue, with Stan and Jack coming face to fae with their most diabolical creation. In excellent condition, this page measures approximately 14.5" x 21" overall, with an approximate image area of 12.5" x 19". There are editorial markings in the margins and a 7.25" x .75" gluestain in the bottom right corner, but none of these flaws impact the art in any way. A truly beautiful and historic piece from the early days of Mighty Marvel, this is a real Silver Age treasure!
Auction 805 | Lot: 6516 | Dec 7, 2002

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Lee Elias - Original Cover Art for Tomb of Terror #12 (Harvey, 1953). For "Tales Beyond Belief and Imagination," look no further than the TOMB OF TERROR! Arguably the coolest pre-Code horror cover ever, this is a truly disturbing image. Who is the ghoulish guy with the branding iron, and why is he threatening the young man in the foreground? Who knows? Who cares? What's important is that this is a great, grisly cover by the master of pre-Code terror, Lee Elias. Measuring approximately 14" x 19" overall, with an image area of approximately 11" x 15.75", this cover is in superb condition. There are some editorial notations at the margins, but none that affect the art in any way. If images of rotting corpses brandishing red-hot torture implements bother you, you might want to consider bidding on something a bit more sedate. If, however, you have an appreciation for the weird, the bizarre, and the unsettling, then this is the piece for you!
Auction 805 | Lot: 6443 | Dec 7, 2002

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Russ Heath - Original Art for Our Army at War #251, Complete 14-page Story, "The Iron Major" (DC, 1972). "We will see which is stronger -- rock or iron!" So declares the so-called "Iron Major," a Nazi officer relegated to behind-the-lines duty because of his iron hand, and who is determined to best the estimable Sgt. Rock in hand-to-hand combat. Russ Heath pulls out all the stops in this action-packed tale, with multiple explosions, a majestic mountain castle, and the mano a mano of Sgt. Rock vs. the Iron Major. Incredible action, one of the best of Heath's incredible run of war stories for DC in the '70s. The artwork is in exceptional condition, with the white-out being limited to captions and word balloons. Fourteen pages measuring approximately 10.5" x 16" each.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6473 | Dec 7, 2002

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Don Heck - Original Art for Tales To Astonish #48, Complete 13-page Story, "The Porcupine" (Marvel, 1963). Great-looking early Marvel story starring Ant-Man and the Wasp. Sharp pencil and ink work from Don Heck enhances this cute campy story, scripted by H. E. Huntly, which pits our heroes against the deadly villain, the Porcupine. Pages measure 12.5" x 18.5", twice-up art, pen and ink on art board. The story is in excellent condition.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6485 | Dec 7, 2002

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Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia - Original Cover Art for Sub-Mariner #42 (Marvel, 1971). Subby is caught in the clutches of a well-toned beast in this brilliant cover by Gil Kane, a master of the body politic. Frank Giacoia tightly reigns in this tempestuous tableau with laser beam precision, spotting the crisp lines with pools of delicious black. Overall size is 11.5" x 17.5", with an image area of 10" x 15". Some spots of yellowing and white-out along the middle area, but generally a nice, neat piece.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6504 | Dec 7, 2002

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George Perez - Original Cover Art for Avengers Vol. 3, #12 (Marvel, 1999). One of the most prolific and influential artists of the modern age, George Perez is renowned far and wide for his uncanny ability to draw teams and crowd scenes. Early work included runs on Marvel's Avengers and DC's Justice League, both character-heavy books, and the announcement that he would take over the art chores on 1998's relaunch of Marvel's Awesome Assemblers was greeted with great enthusiasm. And Perez certainly didn't disappoint. As seen in the cover offered here, Perez has an intense, dramatic style that never fails to engage the observer. No matter how many characters are present in a given scene, Perez succeeds in making each individual distinctly unique. A true master of the graphic form, Perez is constantly growing and evolving as an artist, constantly reaching for, and attaining new heights with his art. The cover offered here, featuring both the Avengers and the Thunderbolts, measures approximately 11" x 17" overall, is in pristine condition, and has been signed by the artist in the lower left.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6565 | Dec 7, 2002

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Ernie Chan and Pat Boyette - Large Lot of Art from Claw the Unconquered #1-7 (DC, 1975). A spectacular large lot of artwork from this short-lived Conan knock-off, this includes two covers, a pin-up used for in-house advertising, and multiple pages from the first seven issues of this title, all penciled and inked by Ernie Chan, with the exception of two issues inked by Pat Boyette. Page after page of spectacular sword-and-sorcery artwork, this lot includes 95 pieces of original art. Issue #1: pages 1, 3-9; Issue #2: pages 2-11, 13-18; Issue #3 (Boyette inks): pages 2-4, 6, 9, 10, 13-17; Issue #4 (Boyette inks): pages 1-7, 9, 10; Issue #5: COVER, 2-6, 8-17; Issue #6: complete story, missing only page 1; Issue #7: COVER, pages 3, 4, 7-10, 13, 14, 19, 20, 23-26, 29, 30, and an advertising pin-up. Pages measure roughly 10.5" x 16".
Auction 805 | Lot: 6412 | Dec 7, 2002

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Rich Buckler and Frank Giacoia - Original Cover Art for The Champions #7 (Marvel, 1976). Now we're talking... Hercules, Iceman, Angel, and Ghost Rider, versus a very angry Griffin, in whose grip is the neck of the lovely Black Widow... who could ask for more? Rich Buckler, a master of the anatomical arts, together with Frank Giacoia's authoritative inks gives us a moment frozen in time, packed with enough raw power to make the art pop right off the page. Overall size is 11.5" x 17.5", with an image area of 10" x 15". Some white-out along the upper edge and lower section of this work give you an insight into the creative process that led to the published work.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6401 | Dec 7, 2002

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Russ Heath - Original Art for Creepy #92, Complete 8-page Story (Warren, 1976). That toddlin' town gets the Russ Heath treatment in "The Executioner," an tough-talkin' gangster story written and illustrated by Russ Heath. Tight, moody linework, coated lavishly with washes of greytone painstaking painted into each story panel, is the modus operandi. Truly, this work borders on fine art when you consider all the work that went into every little detail, and the ambiance that Heath attains in every scene. The art is in excellent shape, with only some slight aging apparent in the pages. Overall size is 11.5" x 17", with an image area of 10.5" x 15". A gritty take on mobster mentality by a master of atmosphere, this is an offer you can't refuse!
Auction 805 | Lot: 6465 | Dec 7, 2002

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Herb Trimpe - Original Art for Hulk Annual #12, Complete 40-page Story (Marvel, 1983). From the Hallowed Halls of Munificent Marvel, comes this pulse-pounding tale of passion, power, and green-skinned greatness! From the pen and ink of "Happy" Herb Trimpe, the man many Merry Marvelites consider to be the ultimate Hulk artist, comes this 40-page wonderfest set in a far distant galaxy with the freedom of a world at stake. Will the Hulk triumph? Will justice prevail? You'll just have to buy the story to find out! The art is in excellent condition overall, with each page measuring approximately 10.75" x 16". There are pasteovers of original art used throughout, and there are statted panels on pages 12 and 35, but this is a fabulous find for any friend of Ol' Greenskin. As a bonus, Happy Herb has managed to throw in six -- count 'em -- six splash pages into this one, single issue! This is a real treasure trove for any collector of all things gamma-irradiated. So don't miss out on this great piece. You might make Hulk angry. And you wouldn't want to do that, would you?
Auction 805 | Lot: 6610 | Dec 7, 2002

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Herb Trimpe - Original Art for Marvel Super-Heroes #16, Complete 20-page Story, "The Phantom Eagle" (Marvel, 1968). Herb Trimpe was one of the most popular artists of the Silver Age, and the story offered here was his first penciled work for Marvel. The initial idea was "Groovy" Gary Friedrich's (who wrote the story), but the character has become most closely identified with Trimpe, a natural fit due to his love of airplanes. Although "Happy" Herb made his name during his long stint on The Incredible Hulk, his love for the Phantom Eagle remains evident. Offered here is the complete 20-page story that introduced the American Ace to a breathlessly waiting world. In good condition, the 17.5" x 11.5" pages exhibit some staining and soiling, as well as evidence of blue-pencil, and moderate use of white-out. The Phantom Eagle's face on the first page is a paste-over, but is all original art. There are other examples of original art paste-overs used throughout, as well as editorial markings and dialogue notes in the margins. In spite of the apparent flaws, this is a stunning piece of work, displaying all the passion, power, and excitement that have made Trimpe a fan-favorite artist for decades. An impressive and important piece of Silver Age art that is sure to enhance any collection.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6612 | Dec 7, 2002

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Russ Heath - Original Art for Our Army at War #247, Complete 14-page Story, "The Vision" (DC, 1972). Russ Heath's '70s war stories are known for their blistering action and incredible attention to detail, but on occasion Heath would opt for a more artistic approach, bending his visuals to evoke a somber mood rather than crackerjack kinetics. Such is the case with "The Vision," a beautifully evocative tale in which Easy Company meets up with the alluring Jeanne D'Arc, the "Soldier Maid of Orleans," a French beauty whose battle tactics are guided by the "voices" she hears. Taking place almost entirely at night, the story has an eerie quality, and Heath soaks his pages with huge pools of black, adopting a rendering style that is noticeably looser and more illustrative than in other Sgt. Rock stories. The final sequence, in which Rock and Easy attack a cluster of Nazi flak guns during a rainy night, is especially impressive. Also impressive is Jeanne D'Arc herself, a stunner in a skin-tight outfit; her presence gives Heath a chance to demonstrate his ample skills as a "good girl" artist, an opportunity he was rarely afforded in the context of the Sgt. Rock series. Fourteen pages, each measuring approximately 10.5" x 16"; some blue-line editorial corrections, but virtually no white-out.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6472 | Dec 7, 2002

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Jeff Jones - Original Oil Painting "Cave Girl" (1998). Produced for his 1998 Edgar Rice Burroughs calendar, this painting is surely one of Jeff Jones' masterpieces. A man and woman huddle together, weird stick figures dancing around them, next to a pile of bones and a human skull. A quiet moment, their is a sense of comfort and harmony in this painting, a feeling that these two are united against a cruel and uncaring world. The man, poised to spring into action at a moments notice exists in counterpoint to the woman's complete relaxation. The skull in the foreground is a subtle reminder that the world in which these people live is still a place of danger. Rendered with Jones' trademark muted color palette, this is a complex, subtle work that lives and breathes with an inner warmth that is almost instantly apparent. Measuring approximately 36" x 26" , this piece could easily be the centerpiece of any collection.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6496 | Dec 7, 2002

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Frank Frazetta - Unused Preliminary Illustration for Shock Illustrated #4, "Came the Dawn" (EC, 1954). This preliminary illustration for the "Came the Dawn" story never saw publication in the fourth issue of Shock Illustrated. Frazetta's contributions to the field of comic art have been well documented, and this piece exhibits many of the elements that have made him such a huge fan-favorite. The taut figure of the man rising from his chair conveys an energy exhilarating to the viewer, and the blood flowing under the door evokes a feeling of suspense hard to overcome as one imagines the ghastly scene on the other side. Frazetta's pencils are nicely represented in the shadow on the door and the rifle in the man's hand, while his trademark inks give this piece of art a finished look that is a pleasure to look at. This artwork measures approximately 9" x 9.5". There is some moderate staining at the bottom of this piece that in no way detracts from the appeal of the art.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6451 | Dec 7, 2002

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Jeff Jones - Original Oil Painting "Viking Charge" (undated). The years 850-1050 AD are known as "The Viking Years", that period of time when the brave and brutal Norsemen ruled the world with a strong arm. Raiders to some, heroes to others, the Vikings are remembered today as bold and daring adventurers, the subject of romances and legends that remain popular to this day. In the painting offered here, Jeff Jones perfectly captures the look and feel of the Viking people, with their awe-inspiring longships and their distinctive horned helmets. Jones puts the viewer in the midst of a titanic struggle, creating an urgency that is impossible to ignore. A fabulous piece that measures approximately 26" x 36", the art is in excellent condition.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6497 | Dec 7, 2002

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Chester Gould - Original Comic Strip Art for Dick Tracy Sunday dated 10-5-47 (The Chicago Tribune, 1947). With a chin sharp enough to cut glass, Dick Tracy captured the hearts and minds of the American public with his debut in 1931. Up against some of the most bizarre villains ever to grace the comics page, Tracy always emerged triumphant, but not always unharmed, which was certainly part of his appeal. The example offered here, from what many consider to be the highpoint of Tracy's career, features Dick throughout, as he tries to figure the plans of the villainous Coffyhead. Will he succeed? Of course he will. He's Dick Tracy. In very good condition, this piece measures approximately 28.25" x 19.25" overall and is made, as is common with Gould's Sundays, of individual panels glued to a larger piece of board. As in many examples from this time period, the inside of the letters in the title are cut out, and there appears to be a rip above the "I" in Dick, which has been repaired. Overall, a lovely example of this American classic.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6336 | Dec 7, 2002

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Vaughn Bode - Original Art for Deadbone Erotica, "BB Nov 461" (Cavalier Magazine, 1972). One of the pioneers of the underground comics movement, Vaughn Bode had a lyrical yet twisted style that still entertains today, three decades after its original publication. Considered by many to be the Mozart of the underground cartoon front, Bode's talents manifested at an early age, burned brightly for several decades, and were suddenly snuffed out at the too-young age of 34, "in a mystic experiment gone wrong." Fortunately for those of us left behind, Bode left behind a prolific body of work, superbly represented in the piece offered here. Measuring approximately 19" x 24.5", with an image area of approximately 14" x 19", the piece is in excellent condition and is signed by the artist in the lower left.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6384 | Dec 7, 2002

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Russ Heath - Original Art for Epic Graphic Novel: Hearts and Minds (Marvel, 1990).Over the last 50 or so years, we've come to understand that war isn't about battles and troop movements and strategy. War is about people, and the effect that military conflict has on the men, women, and children who are caught in the crossfire. Nowhere has this been more dramatically illustrated than in this epic (in every sense of the word) graphic novel by the legendary Russ Heath. A truly bravura performance by Heath, this story is rich in subtlety and nuance, expertly rendered by an artist rightfully considered to be one of the best in the business. This is certainly one of the finest creations of Heath's long career, and he doesn't miss a note; from unsettling scenes of violence and brutality, to quieter scenes of passion and tenderness, it's all here, laid down on the page with grace, skill and artistry. Nearly complete, pages 2, 43, 56 and 59 are missing from this 62-page story. The pages offered here, measuring approximately 14" x 20" overall, with an image area of approximately 10.5" x 15", are in pristine condition. Also included in this lot are a complete set of color guides (pages 3-64), a selection of 23 blue-line pages, and a complete set of the black-line film used to print this issue. It is extremely unusual to be able to acquire so much production art from a single project, making this a rare and unique opportunity for the serious collector of Russ Heath's work.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6468 | Dec 7, 2002

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Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers - Original Art for Fantastic Four #14, page 16 (Marvel, 1963). This is a great example of classic art by Kirby and Ayers that prominently features one of the greatest rivalries of the Marvel Age of Comics. The Thing and Sub-Mariner exchange the classic taunts and snappy replies that endeared these characters to every comic book reader of the Silver Age. Together, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby created some of the most beloved comic heroes ever, and this page truly represents those qualities that made them so. This page measures 13.75" x 21.75", and is in excellent condition.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6520 | Dec 7, 2002

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Dick Ayers and John Tartaglione - Original Cover Art for Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos Annual #2 (Marvel, 1966). This exciting cover features all of the Howlers in a classic illustration by the consummate Sgt. Fury artist, Dick Ayers. Ayers spent time in the U.S. army during WWII, and he brought a lot of those experiences and knowledge of the military to this title. The title mast and word boxes are stats. The bottom two images are panel stats that have original art fill around the edges. The word box stat to the left of the main story title has fallen off. This page measures approximately 15.25" x 22" with moderate staining and white-out, none of which mars the desirability of the piece.
Auction 805 | Lot: 6371 | Dec 7, 2002

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Jeffrey Jones - Original Art for Flash Gordon #13, page 12 (Charlton, 1968). This page has everything a serious art collector could possibly want: a classic character (Flash Gordon), a great artist (Jeff Jones), imperishable dialogue ("Out of my way, you goofy marbleheads!"), a beautiful girl (Dale Arden), blazing action (Flash vs. a caveman!)... it doesn't get any better than this! From an early point in Jones' professional career, this classic, minimalist page displays the artist's early Frazetta influence focused through the lens of his own considerable talent. Measuring approximately 11.5" x 17.5", with an approximate image area of 10" x 15", this page is in superb condition, with only minor use of white-out. This page has never before been offered for public sale, so don't miss out on your chance to own it now!
Auction 805 | Lot: 6493 | Dec 7, 2002

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