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Wally Wood - Original Cover Art for Weird Science #9 (EC, 1951). One of the finest artists to grace the pages of EC Comics, Wally Wood had a style that was instantly recognizable to his legion of fans. Whether he was drawing the most beautiful women or, as in this cover, the most horrific aliens, Wood always came through, with a flair and a panache that few could equal. Perfectly at home with virtually all of the genres EC published, Wood's genius shone through most brightly in his science-fiction work. One glance at the cover offered here, and it's easy to see that "Woody" had an imagination that just wouldn't quit, enabling him to render aliens that were truly alien, and spaceships that were truly out of this world. The cover offered here is an absolute gem. Measuring approximately 15" x 21.75" overall, this piece is in excellent condition, and, as a bonus, is signed by the artist, both in the art itself and in the border. Don't expect to see this cover surface for sale again for quite some time, as the lucky buyer will no doubt treasure it for years to come.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4593 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $39,100.00
C. C. Beck and Pete Constanza - Original Cover Art for Whiz Comics #17 (Fawcett, 1941). Captain Marvel, the red-clad hero affectionately known as the Big Red Cheese, was Fawcett Publication's answer to Superman. First introduced in the pages of Whiz Comics, in February of 1940, Captain Marvel soon graduated to his own title. This cover, from Whiz Comics #17, was penciled by C.C. Beck and inked by Pete Constanza on illustration board. An iconic image of the World's Mightiest Mortal smacking an enemy tank, by the two artists most closely linked to the character. The overall art size is 15" x 20" with a 11" x 16" image area. This unique comic treasure is in absolutely incredible condition, with very little signs of aging, mostly along the extreme outer edges of the art. Includes the original logo and indicia paste-ups.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4107 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $23,575.00
C.C. Beck - Original Cover Art for Captain Marvel Adventures #2 (Fawcett, 1941). Captain Marvel burst onto the comic scene in 1940 like the proverbial bolt of lightning. His popularity spawned several spin-off characters and comic titles that sold millions of copies monthly. C.C. Beck has always been considered the consummate artist for Captain Marvel. His very clean style was perfect for a hero that was almost like a big soft teddy bear who was, nevertheless, an intimidating force against evil. The significance of this classic work of art can not be overstated. High grade copies of the first few issues of the Captain Marvel titles are highly regarded and sell for thousands of dollars. This may be the earliest original cover art featuring this character that will ever surface. It is certainly one of only a handful of covers from this time period that are known to exist. Captain Marvel Adventures #2 was first advertised as #3 when Fawcett originally considered Special Edition Comics the real #1. Thus, this cover art has the issue #3 on it. The image was rendered on a heavy piece of illustration board that is in excellent condition which measures approximately 14.75"x19.25". It has been professionally double-matted to an overall size of 17"x22". The face of Captain Marvel is a paste-up piece of original art by Beck that is obviously a redraw. There is moderate use of corrective white out and very light staining around the text stats. This incredible piece of comic history with be the pride of any collection. SHAZAM!
Auction 809 | Lot: 4106 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $20,700.00
Jack Kirby and Joe Simon - Original Cover Art for Star-Spangled Comics #8 (DC, 1942). The Newsboy Legion and the Guardian, in their second appearance, are featured on this fantastic Joe Simon and Jack Kirby cover illustration. The Newsboys were one of S&K's great "Dead End"-style kid gangs; teamed with policeman-turned masked hero the Guardian, they inhabited over fifty issues of this long-running title. This cover may make you a little dizzy; it's a wild perspective view of the gang straddling two tall buildings, making a human bridge for the Guardian as he battles two gun-wielding bad guys. The shot of the Guardian, sailing through the air, is Jack Kirby at his Golden Age best. This large, 16" x 21" board, with an image area of 12.5" x 17", appears to have been restored to near-perfect condition; the stats may be replacements. The art is clean, with only a light bit of pencil rub and very little white-out. It's a very beautiful piece, one that is sure to be the highlight of some lucky bidder's collection!
Auction 809 | Lot: 4346 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $19,550.00
Alex Schomburg - Original Cover Art for Speed Comics #33 (Harvey, 1944). The collectibility of many Golden Age comics can be traced directly to the man who drew their covers: Alex Schomburg. He is unquestionably the finest cover illustrator to work in the industry during the 1940s. This outstanding Speed cover fairly boils with kinetic action, as Captain Freedom, Shock Gibson, and the Black Cat triumph over heavily-armed Axis thugs. The portrayal of the enemy may not exactly be politically correct, but the mastery of the artist is not in question. The artwork is so complex and rich that every examination rewards the viewer with a host of subtle nuances. Covers of this quality and vintage rarely leave the collections in which they are safely nestled, and the work of Alex Schomburg is even less likely to come to public auction, making this an opportunity not to be ignored. This wonderful piece of artwork is in excellent condition and is sure to be the gem of any collection. It was produced on a thick piece of illustration board that measures approximately 16.5" x 22.25". The image area measures 13.75" x 20.25". The title mast area and text circle are recent replacements.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4497 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $15,000.00
John Romita Sr. - Original Cover Art for The Amazing Spider-Man #136 (Marvel, 1974). Among the finest Spidey vs. Goblin covers in the entire series run, and one of the few ever offered for public auction, this spectacular image is by the web-head's best-loved artist, the immortal John Romita Sr. Locked in mortal combat, Spidey and the Green Goblin tower over the cityscape, while below, their alter-egoes also crouch in angry confrontation. Originally Romita drew this cover on two separate sheets, which were combined in the printing process. Offered here is the original image of Spidey and the Goblin, which was inked on vellum. The foreground elements have all been re-created by a professional artist, and mounted on new backing board to replicate the finished cover. The logo, word balloons, and masthead elements are also replacements. Of special note is the fact that Romita illustrated the Spidey/Goblin image at twice-up size, which was quite rare for pieces from this time period. Considering that the battle between these two titans was the basis for the phenomenally successful "Spider-Man" feature film, and given Gobby's status as the Wall-Crawler's number-one foe, you could hardly do better than to add this classic image to your collection. Overall measurement is 13.25" x 17", with the original Spider-Man/Green Goblin image measuring 10.5" x 11.5". Signed by Romita on the right side.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4484 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $11,212.50
George Herriman - Original Comic Strip Art for Krazy Kat, dated 12-21-19 (Hearst, 1919). In all the history of comics and comic strips, a precious few creators can claim to have crossed the line from "popular art" into "fine art". Winsor McCay, certainly; Frank Frazetta, arguably; and George Herriman, definitely. An early practitioner of "word jazz", Herriman was unconstrained by the ordinary conventions of language and created a patois all his own. The influence of Herriman's semantic creativity can be seen most clearly in the strip's most honored descendant, "Pogo", by Walt Kelly, who adopted the linguistic freedom of "Krazy Kat" to great effect. To "Kat" afficionados, "brick" strips, or those strips that show Ignatz hurling a brick at the lovestruck Krazy, are certainly the most desirable. This strip has a satisfying "brick" ending, as well as appearances by most of the regular cast, including Joe Stork, Offisa Bull Pup and others. A wonderful piece of art, the page measures approximately 16.25" x 18.25" overall, and is signed by the artist in the lower center.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4038 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $10,637.50
Joe Simon (attributed) - Original Cover Art for Pocket Comics #4 (Harvey, 1942). This cover to the fourth issue of Pocket Comics is brought to you by artist extraordinaire, Joe Simon, a master manipulator of human anatomy. This rare, 100-page, digest-sized comic book series began in 1941, and featured many of Harvey Comics' early heroes. The Black Cat and her hero friend take out a couple of Nazi spies in this slam-bang tableau from 1942. The image area is 9" x 12" and the art is beautifully matted. The logos at the top and the type strip at the bottom are recent photocopy replacements. In excellent condition.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4516 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $10,062.50
George Tuska - Original Art for Captain Marvel Adventures #2, Complete 12-page Story (Pirate Adventure) (Fawcett, 1941). One of the most popular characters in comics history, Captain Marvel sold more than a million copies per month during his heyday, before being put out of business by DC in 1953. Offered here is not only one of the earliest appearances of "The Big Red Cheese," but one of the earliest works by superstar artist George (Iron Man) Tuska. Identified on the boards as both "Marvel One Shot #3" and "Captain Marvel #3", the publishers obviously considered Special Edition Comics #1 as the first issue of this series. In excellent condition, these pages measure approximately 15" x 20" overall, and represent an important historical find in the area of Golden Age art. George Tuska has signed the lot in the upper right corner of the first page. Est. 10,000-up.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4577 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $9,200.00
George Tuska - Original Art for Captain Marvel Adventures #2, Complete 12-page Story (Spider-Men From Mars) (Fawcett, 1941). This may be one of the earliest examples of a complete original Golden Age story to ever surface. The historical merits of this item alone will make it a treasured part of any collection. Add the fact that it contains some of George Tuska's earliest art on a really cool story that features Captain Marvel battling invaders from Mars, and you have something that is likely to attain "grail" status among collectors world wide. While George Tuska is most famous for his work on Iron Man, this early work has a diverse quality to it that is interesting to look at. His varied inking techniques become compositional elements that help "fill" the negative space left by his minimalistic style. These pages were rendered on rigid pieces of 15" x 20" illustration board that are in nice shape with minor corner wear. The first page has light staining on the top half and there are moderate printing notations and use of white out through out the story. An item of this caliber is unlikely to come along again.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4576 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $8,250.10
Frank Frazetta - Original Preliminary Sketch for Death Dealer #3 (undated). Probably one of Frazetta's most unforgettable images is the powerful "Death Dealer," a menacing, shadowy figure holding a bloody axe, high above a mass of snarling demons. Only a master painter like Frazetta could bring style and grace to creatures so grim. This version of the Death Dealer was painted in oils in 1986. This rough color sketch measures 5" x 6.75" and is attractively matted. Painted in oil, the rich, vibrant color scheme is there, along with a very loose interpretation of the demon horde below. It's sort of a short-hand version of the final piece. The work is in excellent condition, with some minor stains along the edges, obviously made by Frazetta himself, when painting this sketch. Here is a rare opportunity to own a small part of this iconic masterpiece. Signed by Frank Frazetta.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4266 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $6,900.00
Wayne Boring - Original Comic Strip Art for Superman Sunday dated 9-17-50 (McClure, 1950). This gorgeous Wayne Boring "Superman" Sunday strip features Superman and Lois Lane in nearly every panel. The inking on this piece is sumptuous, with very fine brushwork, attention to background detail, and snappy "spotting" of the black areas, for maximum eye-appeal. The power of Wayne Boring's Man of Steel is augmented with skillful inks -- it's a sensational combination! The condition of the art is immaculate, not a touch of white-out or correction of any kind is apparent. The photocopied Superman title logo color-matches the original art paper. The image area is 20" x 14.25" and the piece is double-matted to an overall size of 26" x 20". A super piece!
Auction 809 | Lot: 4008 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $5,750.00
George Baker - Original Cover Art for Sad Sack #1 (Harvey, 1949). If you would like to own a holy grail in comic collecting, then grab this unbelievable piece while you've got a chance. There can only be one first issue of a title, and this one is definitely a trophy piece. In the early years, our hopeless hero was a civilian, and these issues are harder to find. But a cover? Fugetaboutit! The logo stat is a reproduction, but the artwork is all Baker. This page measures 10.5" x 16".
Auction 809 | Lot: 4096 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $5,462.50
Alex Raymond - Original Comic Strip Art for Rip Kirby Daily, dated 9-25-50 (King Features Syndicate, 1950). Here's a Rip Kirby daily, dated 9-25-50, which is a lead-in to a new storyline, drawn by the legendary Alex Raymond. Rip Kirby is considered to be the most successful comic strip private eye thanks to its tremendous story and art. Not following the usual paneled format, Raymond opens up this 5.5" x 18.5" image, and lets the characters flow together in a logical, free-flowing narrative. The art is especially nice, with the lovely Melody Lane in the center. The overall art size is 7.75" x 21". The work is in wonderful shape, with some slight aging along the edges. Signed by Alex Raymond.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4476 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $5,462.50
Enrich - Original Unused Cover Art for Vampirella #109 (Warren, 1982). This is a beautiful example of the work of a master colorist. Enrich (Enrique Torres) is considered by many to be the finest Vampirella artist, an appellation well-supported by this brilliant work. Measuring approximately 17" x 23.25" overall with an image area of 14.75" x 19.25", this piece is in great condition and is a finished, fully realized vision of this unused cover image. Enrich's brilliant use of light and shadow is apparent in this piece, as Vampirella is being eye-balled from all angles. Rendered on unstretched linen.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4253 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $4,715.00
Travis Charest - Original Art for Wildcats/X-Men #1, page 16 (Wildstorm, 1998). Zealot, a cold and deadly beauty, and Wolverine, a Canadian agent with a tough hide, a keen nose, and a smart mouth, stand together against Daemonite-Nazi conquerors. This spectacular, 16-paneled page is bursting with action, and Travis Charest's insurgent linework and attention to detail. Set in World War II Europe, it's a nearly wordless page, garnished with plenty of ink wash, which adds another dimension. The overall art size is 11" x 17", it is in excellent condition and is signed by Travis Charest.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4172 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $4,370.00
Robert Crumb - Original Pin Up Art for Art & Beauty, "The Three Graces" (Fantagraphics, 1995). Bob really loves the babes! With that somewhat sexist blanket statement, let us further enlighten you on the way Mr. Crumb's mind works. You see, his real love is drawing. Making that Rapidograph mechanical pen move across the page. He just can't stop! "If I'm not drawing, I'm nothing", Crumb has been quoted as saying. So he draws anything and everything, but one subject always stands out -- the female form. Here, he takes a classic painting by French artist Jean-Baptist Regnault, and renders his own version of the three lovely ladies meant to represent Beauty, Joy, and Charm. This piece was published in Crumb's Art & Beauty magazine; the original caption read "warmth of softly molded contours is one of the charms of this exquisite classic composition of nude figures." Plus, they had some Big Behinds, always a plus for Robert Crumb! This fine example of Crumb linework measures 10" x 13", and has been matted to an area of 13.5" x 16.5"; it is in excellent condition.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4610 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $4,255.00
Jack Kirby - Original Art for Alarming Tales #4, Complete 5-page Story "Forbidden Journey" (Harvey, 1957). Young Joey longs for the adventure of the rocket ships which blast off near his home, but he finds there's just as much adventure on his home planet as there is beyond the stars. Superb artwork by Jack Kirby is filled with dragon-monsters, sleek starships, and cool machinery -- like you'd expect any less from the King. An early Silver Age gem that will surely thrill any Kirby collector. As a bonus, this lot also includes the contents page for this issue, which contains an odd prelude to this story, drawn by someone other than Kirby, as well as the photostatted "dummy" for this issue, which contains all the stories from AT #4 mocked up into book format. A nice package of artwork from the earliest days of the Silver Age. Pages measure 14.5" x 23", and are in generally excellent condition, though they do have moisture damage in the upper left corner (does not affect art), and light edge wear.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4349 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $4,140.00
Al Feldstein - Original Splash Page Art for The Crypt of Terror #18 (EC, 1950). If you have a need for a piece from the dawn of EC then this one fits the bill. Crypt of Terror was the first of the EC New Trend horror titles to hit the stands and this actually comes from the second issue of that title. While touted for his penchant for curvy ladies, Al Feldstein could also churn out horror work like nobody's business and this early portrayal of the Crypt Keeper does not fail to please. This is a beautiful piece of early EC history. The artwork comes to you matted and image area measures 17.5" x 12.5"
Auction 809 | Lot: 4258 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $4,025.00
Frank Frazetta - Original Sketch of Two Cavemen and a Dinosaur (undated). The mist clears, and two primitive men get a glimpse of the terrifying visage of a Tyrannosaurus Rex on the prowl, in this gripping image by Frank Frazetta. A striking vision of terror and beauty, beautifully handled in pen and ink and lush watercolor, by Frazetta, who is renowned for his images of prehistoric scenarios. The art is drawn on a sheet of 7.75" x 9.5" paper. There is a thin strip of art that has been repositioned along the left edge, but it does not distract from the beauty of the overall piece. In excellent condition; signed by Frank Frazetta.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4271 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $4,025.00
Arthur Adams - Original Cover Art for Doctor Strange Classics #3 (Marvel, 1983). Known for his highly detailed rendering style, this cover by Arthur Adams shows the artist at the top of his form, expertly integrating multiple characters and evocative backgrounds into a cohesive whole. A stunning piece from the early years of this great artist's career. 11" x 17", in excellent condition, with staple holes at the top left corner and very light creasing at the corners which does not affect the artwork. Signed by Adams in the lower right corner. NOTE: This is not the published cover, but appears to be an alternative, unpublished piece.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4074 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,910.00
Manuel Sanjulian - Original Cover Art for Eerie #62 (Warren, 1975). Manuel Sanjulian is an acknowledged master of painted fantasy art. His skilled use of color and light imbue his works with a mood of mystery and tension. This painting conjures up the vision called forth in Eerie #62's caption, "A monster created by man... and a misfit, born of nature, clash in the Circus of Pain!" The vintage of this piece places it at the high point of the tidal wave of talent recruited from Spain for the Warren fantasy titles. Very few treasures could slake a Warren fan's desire as fully as this surreal and somber painted cover! The image size is 14" x 17.75" in an 18" x 22" matte. The condition of this painting is excellent, but there is a very small color flake out of the black border in the lower left corner of the piece where the ochre foreground meets the painted black border. Contrasting warm and cool color variations in the paint handling give this art exceptional eye-appeal.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4492 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,795.00
Larry Lieber and Dan Barry - Original Comic Strip Art for Spider-Man, Group of 100 Daily Strips (King Features, 1980s/90s). Thinking about collecting some "Spider-Man" newspaper strip art, but aren't sure how to start? Here's an amazing "instant collection" featuring the original artwork for 100 daily strips starring everyone's favorite Web-Slinger! Spider-Man appears in costume in about half of the strips, and there are also guest appearances by Doctor Doom, Hobgoblin, the Beast (of X-Men fame), Matt Murdock, and more. Mary Jane is featured in about a third of the strips, and there is are several strips from a storyline where Peter was a masked circus performer. Most of the strips are by the great Larry Lieber, but there are also five strips by Dan Barry. This is truly a fistful of art and should pop to the top of your bid list. 100 strips, each measuring 13.5" x 4.5" and in excellent condition.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4052 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,680.00
Jack Davis - Original Art for Humbug #11, Complete One Page Story (Humbug, 1958). Great "gag" page drawn by illustrator extraordinaire; Jack Davis. In the late 1950s, Mad editor Harvey Kurtzman started Humbug to compete with his former employers at Mad. This short lived satirical publication also utilized many of the Mad artists, including Jack Davis. Original art from the magazine is very rare, and highly prized by collectors. 20" x 14", pen and ink on illustration board, in excellent condition.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4191 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,680.00
Raeburn Van Buren - Original Comic Strip Art for Abbie an' Slats Group of 159 Strips (United Features Syndicate, 1946-70). For those collectors looking for something with a little weight, try this incredible hefty batch of Sunday originals by the talented artist Raeburn Van Buren. "Abbie an' Slats" began as an offshoot project for Al Capp, of "Lil' Abner" fame in 1937; he scripted the strip until 1945, when his brother Elliot Caplin took over. The strip ran until 1971, not one of the heavy hitters, but a modestly popular strip, especially with rural readers. This massive collection of 24" x 17" originals consists mostly of strips from 1960 to 1970, although there are a few pages from 1946 and 1953 included. A couple of pages are missing the title panel, and some strips used the occasional stat; however, most of these pieces are in excellent condition. You may never get another chance to see this many original pages of newspaper art together, let alone something as well drawn as this lovely strip. (Total: 159 Original Art)
Auction 809 | Lot: 4010 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,565.00
Frank Frazetta - Original Sketch, "Death Dealer" (Undated). Out of the cold mist and shadow rides a mysterious warrior, clad in armor and ready for battle on his black horse. A sketch on an 8.5" x 5.5" piece of paper featuring one of Frazetta's most famous characters. The paper has, unfortunately, been stained by a coffee spill. Still, this little masterpiece, drawn in ink and colored pencil, would hold an honored place in any collection of original art.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4265 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,565.00
Berni Wrightson - Original Art for Swamp Thing #6, Page 9 (DC, 1973). Berni Wrightson first entered the world of comics as a fan artist. His early pages were found in many a fanzine back in the late 1960s-early '70s, and if the truth be told, not all of them were that great. But there was something about even the lesser pieces Berni did that made him a name to watch. He sure didn't disappoint once he began working professionally for DC. His artwork began to show the kind of greatness that had all the fans going wild, coming to a climax with his ten-issue run on Swamp Thing. This wonderful, highly detailed 10.5" x 16" page from issue #6 ranks among his best from this period, and it's loaded with fantastic detail. Swamp Thing appears in every panel, and the robot shop scene in panel three is simply mind-blowing! There are a couple of small pieces of tape present, one on the left-hand side and another along the bottom. Otherwise this page is in excellent condition, with very little white-out.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4598 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,565.00
Al Avison, Rudy Palais, John Sink, and Tom Gill - Original Art for Witches Tales #1, Complete Book (Harvey, 1951). Truly a rare opportunity, offered here is the complete interior art to the first issue of Harvey's infamous Witches Tales. Included is "The Monster of Mad Mountain," an 8-page story by Al Avison, "Voodoo Vengeance," six pages by Rudy Palais, "Launched in Blood," a seven-pager by the vastly-underappreciated John Sink, and "The Dead Won't Die," five pages of Tom Gill goodness. There's also a one-page strip, "Ghosts of Famous Pirates," by Tom Hickey. An interesting note: The John Sink, Tom Hickey, and Tom Gill stories were originally signed by the artists, but the signatures have been whited-out. It seems there was a policy against identifying artists at Harvey in the 1950s. The pages measure approximately 19" x 14.5" overall, and are all in excellent condition. Horror art from this period is very desirable, and complete books rarely come to market. This could be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4085 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,990.00
Russ Heath - Original Art for Our Army at War #257 Group (DC,1973). This sterling group of pages is from one of the most coveted issues of Heath's fabled run on the Sgt. Rock character. Heath brought a "magic realism" to the DC war stories, his storytelling, lighting schemes, and staged action reminds one of the gritty realism of a Sam Fuller war film. This story was written by Sgt. Rock's creator, Robert Kanigher, as Rock sees action in the Pacific. Shot down and parachuting from his USA air-transport, Rock is forced into battle with Japanese gunners isolated on a remote isle, engaging in hand to hand combat, and even hang-gliding, in this tale of "The Castaway." The story is almost complete, missing only page 4. Heath rarely used white-out in his art, so the condition of the pages is excellent. There are minor tape residue stains midway on the left and right borders of each page where production hands had taped each of the pages together. The art area is not affected in most cases. 10.5" x 16" art paper with an image area of 10" x 15", the indicia box type on page one is clean and unstained. Included is a dynamic double-page splash sequence on pages 2 and 3, a staple storytelling device of the DC war comics.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4297 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,990.00
John Henri - Original Cover Art for Speed Comics #30 (Harvey, 1944). Captain Freedom battles scaly monsters from the Death Chamber for Prisoners of War in this everything-but-the-kitchen-sink cover by Al Avison. The art measures 15" x 22", with an image area of 11.5" x 15.5". The logo and issue number are recent replacements, but all the artwork is original. Some tanning around the edges and light use of white-out are evident, but do not detract. A spectacular piece all around.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4082 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,875.00
Al Avison - Original Cover Art for Black Cat Mystery #35 (Harvey, 1950s). Boy, talk about having a bad day! This gem from the Harvey archives shows the end of humanity in the aftermath of an atomic explosion. Rendered in the bold, chunky style that was his trademark, artist Al Avison brings a feeling of both horror and despair to this minor masterpiece. Harvey published some of the best, most bizarre horror comics of their day, ofttimes outdoing even rival EC in terms of sheer, twisted imagination. Measuring approximately 15" x 21.5" overall and in excellent condition, this classic cover perfectly sums up the 1950s fear of atomic devastation, a topic that was surely on the minds of every post-war American.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4084 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,875.00
Al Avison - Original Cover Art for Witches Tales #12 (Harvey, 1952). Her body arched in horror as she felt the slimy strands vibrate. Then she saw the monster slide out onto... "The Web of the Spider!" Oh, what a tangled web Al Avison weaves in this cover for Witches Tales #12! Avison captures the true terror of the moment in the panic-stricken eyes of the spider's prey as she struggles against her horrible fate. A sticky sensation from the illustrious Harvey horror days, this 14.5" x 18" image is sure to stick with you. There is some slight aging around the bottom three edges, but overall the art is in excellent condition. The logo and indicias at the top are recent photocopy replacements.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4088 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,875.00
Wally Wood - Original Art for Weird Science-Fantasy #26, page 11 (EC, 1954). With the publication of Weird Science-Fantasy #26, EC Comics laid fiction aside and presented what they claimed was the factual case for the existence of UFOs. In conjunction with Major Donald E. Keyhoe, author of The Flying Saucers Are Real, the editors issued a challenge to the US Air Force to finally come clean with what they knew about the UFO phenomenon and lay the truth before the general public. As far as can be determined, the USAF did not rise to the challenge. The page offered here is part of the story which attempts to explain the reasons for the government's veil of secrecy. Masterfully illustrated by the legendary Wally Wood, this page raises intriguing questions... questions that remain unanswered today. Measuring approximately 14.25" x 22" overall, this page is in excellent condition and presents an opportunity to own a spectacular page from a landmark issue.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4595 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,875.00
Steve Ditko - Original Cover Art for Ghostly Haunts #34 (Charlton, 1973). From the twisted, yet fertile, imagination of Steve Ditko comes this bizarre cover for one of Charlton's supernatural thriller magazines. After being attacked by a giant fish, cat and bird, do you think this guy's likely to give up his membership in P.E.T.A.? Boldly illustrated by the hand of a master, this 14.25" x 22.5" gem is in excellent condition, missing only the title stat from the bottom of the image.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4226 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,587.50
Larry Lieber - Original Comic Strip Art for Spider-Man, Group of 100 Daily Strips (King Features, 1990s). Larry Lieber spent the better part of decade drawing the "Spider-Man" comic strip, and we've got a bunch of them right here -- this thick lot of original art features no less than 100 strips from the long-running series. Most of these strips feature Peter Parker and Mary Jane, with Spidey appearing in costume in about 20 strips. Other guest stars include Daredevil, Doctor Doom, J. Jonah Jameson, and more. This is a great way to start your comic art collection, and will make you the envy of all your friends! 100 strips, each measuring 13.5" x 4.5" and in excellent condition.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4051 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,530.00
Raeburn Van Buren - Original Comic Strip Art for "Abbie n' Slats" Group of 190 Strips (United Features Syndicate, 1942-70). This long running strip was first developed and written by Al Capp, of "Lil' Abner" fame. The artist was Raeburn Van Buren, whose illustrations had appeared in many magazines like Saturday Evening Post. The strip ran from 1937 until Van Buren's retirement in 1971. This incredible stack of strips includes a total of 190 pieces of art; many are from 1948, with additional strips from 1946, 1949, 1960, 1963, 1966, 1967, and 1970. Most of the 20.5" x 7" strips are in excellent condition, although some panels were stated images from earlier strips. The stats are beginning to darken, and a few strips are missing items. Still, this is a great opportunity to get a treasure trove of art from one of the best in the business. A bonus strip is included from 1942; it features the artist himself, in a pitch for war bonds. (Total: 190 Original Art)
Auction 809 | Lot: 4011 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,472.50
Lee Elias - Original Cover Art for Witches Tales #26 (Harvey, 1954). A mountaineer's horror scales new heights when his alpine efforts bring him to accidentally open a hidden tomb, in this captivatingly cruel cover image by Lee Elias. Stunning black and white linework and rich inks characterize Elias' beautiful work. The art measures an overall 14.25" x 19" with a 10.5" x 15.75" image area. Some aging is apparent, especially along the extreme edges, but the work is in excellent condition overall. The logo, headline type, indicia, and type box are recent replacement photocopies.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4250 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,472.50
John Byrne and Terry Austin - Original Art for X-Men #116, page 6 (Marvel, 1978). In the Savage Land, the X-Men battle pterodactyls and long-haired savages, who are giving them a run for their money. Outstanding page by the dream team of Byrne and Austin features Cyclops, Wolverine, Colossus, and Banshee. Panel 9 is a stat, but the original art is underneath. A great action page from this classic period in the book's history. Page measures 10.5" x 16", in excellent condition, with trimmed corners and light staining along the right edge. Signed by Chris Claremont in the bottom margin.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4162 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,415.00
George Perez and Terry Austin - Original Art for X-Men Annual #3, page 26 (Marvel, 1979). The unbeatable team of George Perez and Terry Austin make the most of nine exposition-filled panels featuring the top X-guys, including Wolverine, Cyclops, Nightcrawler, and Colossus. Perez is a master of clarity in detail, and Austin is an uber-inker of the highest order. Can you live without this page? We think not. 10.5" x 16", in excellent condition; panel 7 has been tipped in. A great page from two master artists. Signed by both men in the bottom margin.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4453 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,357.50

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Ron Wilson and Joe Sinnott - Original Cover Art for Marvel's Greatest Comics #58 (Marvel, 1975). This dramatic cover was used for the reprint of Jack Kirby's story from Fantastic Four #76, wherein the FF battled the Psycho-Man's awesome android. Joe Sinnott's inks on Ron Wilson's pencils continued the legacy of excellence Sinnott had established with his inking on the Fantastic Four with Jack Kirby. Measuring approximately 11.5" x 17.25" overall and in very good condition, there is some discoloration present, but this does little to detract from the overwhelming eye-appeal of this great cover! Exceptional images of the Human Torch, The Thing, and Mr. Fantastic dominate this cover design.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4590 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,357.50
The Air Pirates - Original Art Illustration, "Air Pirates Defense Fund" (early-70s). For those not quite "in the know" the Air Pirates really helped to set the stage for the parody laws we have today. Thanks to their talent, twisted sense of humor, and willingness to parody Disney in ways that would make Walt blush they became icons of the underground when they were sued by the Disney corporation. During the lawsuit the Pirates, Dan O'Neill, Bobby London, Shary Flenniken, and Gary Hallgren would appear at shows doing sketches to raise money for their defense. They formed the Air Pirates Defense Fund to solicit donations from like minded folks as well. This is the original hand drawn sign for the Air Pirates Defense Fund. On heavy board in pen all the pirates have added their talents to this one of a kind piece. Check out the characters running from Hallgren's mouse with fangs! There is some corner damage, from use in the 70s, and one or two light water stains. Still this is a very unique piece that would be the center of any underground art collection. Overall size of this piece is 20" x 30".
Auction 809 | Lot: 4631 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,300.00
George McManus - Original Comic Strip Art for Bringing Up Father Sunday, 12-8-29 (King Features Syndicate, 1929). Here's a fantastic full page of magnificent McManus art from one of the peak periods of the "Bringing Up Father" strip. It includes the "topper" strip, "Rosie's Beau", which features a short tale of a mustache. This is followed by the main strip involving Jiggs' poker winnings (it's all counterfeit!) and Maggie's predicaments when she finds it. The art on this piece is just incredible; there's more fine-line detail in just one panel here than you're likely to find in an entire modern Sunday comics section! This huge piece is actually two pieces taped in the back to make one large page which measures 16.75" x 21.5". Other than a whisper of age discoloration, this piece is remarkably fresh looking, especially considering the fact that it is nearly seventy-five years old!
Auction 809 | Lot: 4417 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,242.50
Jack Kirby - Original Art for Journey into Mystery #109, page 9 (Marvel, 1964). Purchased directly from Jack "King" Kirby himself and long held in a private collection, offered here is a page from one of the most sought-after Thor stories of all time. In Marvel chronology, this story takes place shortly after the events in X-Men #7, which would make this not only the fifth appearance of Magneto overall, but also his first appearance ever outside the pages of the X-Men. And what an appearance it is! The Master of Magnetism vs. the God of Thunder and his amazing Uru hammer! Four big panels grace this 13.5" x 21.25" beauty, which is in excellent condition, barely enough to contain all the action Kirby crams into this dynamic page. C'mon, you know you want it.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4354 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,185.00
Bob Larkin - Original Cover Art for Powerman #75 (Marvel, 1981). Luke Cage and Iron Fist face off against a horticultural horde in this incredibly vibrant cover by the great Bob Larkin. Larkin was a prolific cover artist for Marvel's black-and-white magazines in the late '70s/early '80s, and never failed to impress with his color-rich palette. Here the powerful foreground composition is offset by the eerie purple visage that peers over the horizon, literally surrounding our heroes with evil. Although Larkin covers occasionally come to market, it is rare to find superhero work by the artist, so don't pass up this rare opportunity. 14.5" x 22" on heavy illustration board, with some creasing in the lower right corner, and light overall wear. A spectacular piece that deserves a hallowed spot in your collection!
Auction 809 | Lot: 4387 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,185.00
George Herriman - Original Comic Strip Art for Krazy Kat Daily, dated 8-23-33 (King Features Syndicate, 1933). Krazy Kat and Mrs. Kwekk Wekk, a noisy waterfowl, discuss the virtue of giving up gossip because it's an "unkoot hebit," in this sprightly daily strip by George Herriman. A final cameo by the scandalous Ignatz, completes this zany little package. Herriman's unpretentious style, skittering in every direction, has a prickly quality that is a joy to perceive. The art measures 6" x 21" with an approximate 4.25" x 20" image area. Some slight aging is apparent, but nothing that diminishes the excellent overall quality. Signed by George Herriman.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4039 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,127.50
Jack Davis - Original Panel Page Art for Humbug #7, page 9 (Humbug Publications, circa 1958). After Harvey Kurtzman left Mad magazine, he later launched his own magazine of satire, Humbug, which lasted but 11 issues. Here, he teams with one of his favorite collaborators in comedy, artist Jack Davis. Featured in this top-notch example is Davis' mastery of caricature utilizing his renowned fine pen and ink cross-hatching. The type is on photostatted strips which have been pasted atop the art board. Fragments of the type have fallen off in panels one and two. The art board is 14.5" x 20" with an image area of 12. 5" x 16". Production notes indicate that this is page 9 of Humbug #7. A side-splitting parody of the stereotypical rich Texan golfing with his caddy.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4192 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,127.50
Curt Swan and Stan Kaye - Original Art for World's Finest #73, page 12 (DC, 1954). Best known for his work as the pre-eminent Silver and Bronze Age illustrator for the Man of Steel, Curt Swan tackled the World's Finest team in this scarce 1954 page, nine years into his DC career. As requested by the DC editors, Swan and Kaye had retained a pleasing mix of the Golden Age Wayne Boring look on Superman as well as the Dick Sprang verve on Batman and Robin. Their character style-guides dominated the 1950s. Swan's own excellence in handling realism can be seen in the portrayal of the thugs and the careful use of perspective in the backgrounds. Measuring approximately 14" x 22" and in excellent condition, this is a page that should be on any 1950s DC collector's wish list.
Auction 809 | Lot: 4544 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,127.50
Al Avison Witches Tales #3 Unpublished Cover Original Art (Harvey, 1951).
Auction 809 | Lot: 4086 | Feb 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,070.00

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