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Comic Art

Original Cover Art for Archie's Pals 'n' Gals #181 (1986) by Dan DeCarlo

Price: $1,500.00


from Archie's Pals 'n' Gals (1955) 181
1986 Archie Publications

Archie has always adapted itself wonderfully to the times, and this cover is pure eighties excellence. The scene of a crowded video store on a weekend should bring back all sorts of sense memories to fans of a certain age and the fashions DeCarlo drew in are spot on. Pencil and ink with title logo stats on Archie Comics art board. 11 1/2" x 17 1/2", B&W.

Original Cover Art for BPRD The Universal Machine TPB (2007) Pencils & Inks by Mike Mignola

Price: $3,500.00


from B.P.R.D. TPB (2003-2010 Dark Horse) 6-1ST
2007 Dark Horse

A moody piece from Mignola that spotlights Roger, the homunculus member of the BPRD whose recent death has hit the team hard- especially Kate Corrigan who travels to the pictured French castle in search of a way to bring him back. Also included is a copy of the published trade paperback. Pencil and ink on Dark Horse comic art board. 11 1/2" x 17 1/2".

Original Cover Art for Batman Eternal #44 (2014) Pencils and Inks by Ethan Van Sciver

Price: $3,000.00


from Batman Eternal (2014) 44
2014 DC

Think the TSA was a pain? Try flying out of Gotham! This action-packed, detailed cover sees Batman doing his best to make sure Professor Milo doesn't make his flight! Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil and ink on DC Comics art board. 11" x 17".

Original Cover Art for Captain America The 1940s Newspaper Strip #3 (2010) by Butch Guice

Price: $8,500.00


from Captain America 1940s Newspaper Strip (2010) 3
2010 Marvel

Original Cover Art for Captain America The 1940s Newspaper Strip #3 by Butch Guice (2010). Quite possibly one the most iconic Captain America vs the Red Skull cover in the modern era! Without the busy background or coloring present on the final cover, Guice's beautiful brushwork practically jumps off of the page, highlighting this truly striking cover. Pencil and ink on Marvel Comics art board with title logo and cover copy stats professionally added to the piece. 11" x 17 1/4", B&W. Includes a copy of the original issue.

Original Cover Art from Dick Tracy Monthly #44 (1951) by Joe Simon

Price: $1,925.00


from Dick Tracy Monthly (1948-1961 Dell/Harvey) 44
1951 Harvey

Wow, what a cover! Tracy and his partner Pat Patton are pinned down in a warehouse shootout and things aren't looking great! The fantastic design and layout by Simon here calls to mind Jim Steranko's iconic cover for Nick Fury Agent of SHIELD #1- published 17 years later! Pencil, ink, and title/logo stats on heavy board. 12" x 17 1/2". NOTE: Several stats are missing from the piece including the subtitle 'Comics Monthly', the cover price, and the story copy from the bottom left.

Original Cover Art from Dick Tracy Monthly #130 (1959) by Chester Gould

Price: $1,600.00


from Dick Tracy Monthly (1948-1961 Dell/Harvey) 130
1959 Harvey

They say crime doesn't pay, but it seems to have bought Flattop Jr. a car with a safe, a television, and a working kitchen (with eggs and bacon sizzling in the pan!) A fantastic Dick Tracy cover that captures the the playfulness of the otherwise hard boiled world perfectly. Pencil and ink with title stat on art board. 14 1/4" x 21". NOTE: Though Joe Simon was known to be ghosting for Chester Gould as the cover artist on this title during this time period, this particular cover has not been attributed to Simon.

Original Cover Art from Dick Tracy Monthly #145 (1961) by Joe Simon

Price: $1,750.00


from Dick Tracy Monthly (1948-1961 Dell/Harvey) 145
1961 Harvey

The legendary Joe Simon gives this final issue of the daring detective's long-running series the send off it deserves in this action packed cover. Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil, ink, and stats on art board. 13 1/2" x 18 1/2". NOTE: The original art portion of this cover is on a sheet of art board that has been cut to fit and pasted onto a larger board containing the title logo/copy stats.

Original Cover Art for Hellblazer #162 (2001) Pencils and Inks by Tim Bradstreet

Price: $3,600.00


from Hellblazer (1988) 162
2001 DC

Tim Bradsteet's lengthy run as cover artist for DC's mature-readers mystic series made him synonymous with the character, with his trademark hardboiled grimy aesthetic making for some of the character's most iconic covers. This cover perfectly captures the energy of the issue's 70's-set flashback story with Constantine in full punk regalia- spiked leather jacket, torn Clash t-shirt, safety pins, and of course a casually held cigarette. Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil and ink on art board. 11 1/4" x 17".

Original Back Cover Art for Just Imagine Stan Lee's The Flash #1 (2001) by Adam Hughes

Price: $4,500.00


from Just Imagine Flash (2001) 1
2001 DC

One of the modern masters of comic art brings Kevin Maguire and Stan Lee's reimagining of the Flash to thrilling life in this kinetic image! The sleek design of Mary Maxwell's suit seems almost tailor-made for Hughes' style, especially with Hughes' trademark eyes giving the reader a glance through her visor as she refuses to acknowledge the concept of traffic! Signed by Hughes and Stan Lee. Also included is a copy of the published issue Pencil and ink on the reverse of Blanc Noir comic art board. Title and cover copy stats are reproductions, affixed to the page with tape on the reverse. Page measures 11" x 17 1/2", full piece measures 12 1/4" x 18".

Original Cover Art for Nightwing Annual #2 (2007) by Joe Bennett with Inks by Jack Jadson

Price: $5,300.00


from Nightwing (1996 DC) Annual 2
2007 DC

Original Cover Art for Nightwing Annual #2 (2007) by Joe Bennett with inks by Jack Jadson. This issue is a touching and turbulent trip through the personal history of Dick Grayson and Barbara Gordon, perfectly captured on this iconic cover featuring the two heroes in their classic costumes swinging over Gotham City. Original pencil and ink on DC Comics art board. The title logo and cover copy stats are on a sheet of acetate affixed to the back of the art. 11 1/2" x 17", B&W. Also included is a copy of the issue itself.

Original Cover Art for Scion #40 (2003) Pencils by Luke Ross, Inks by John Dell

Price: $425.00


from Scion (2000) 40
2003 CrossGen Comics

A terrific hero pose from Prince Ethan on the cover for this pivotal issue that sees him tested like never before! Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil and ink on Crossgen comic art board. 11" x 17".

Original Cover Art for Scion #43 (2004) Pencils by Luke Ross, Inks by John Dell

Price: $600.00


from Scion (2000) 43
2004 CrossGen Comics

A thrilling, action-packed cover for the final issue of the series that sees Prince Ethan and Princess Ashleigh taking on a mech from the Tigris Empire which has launched a surprise assault on their lands! Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil and ink on Crossgen Comic Art board. 11" x 17". NOTE: The cover was possibly intended to be used for issue #42 as evidenced by the notation at the top.

Original Cover Art for Sgt. Rock #327 (1979) Pencils and Inks by Joe Kubert

Price: $8,500.00


from Sgt. Rock (1977) 327
1979 DC

An absolutely iconic cover from Sgt. Rock's creator himself, the legendary Joe Kubert! Kubert's trademark brush work is showcased beautifully on this cover, especially in the closeup of Rock's face as he surveys the gruesome scene in front of Easy Company. Signed by Kubert. Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil and ink on DC Comics art board with title stats. 11 1/4" x 17". NOTE: Page displays oxidation, mainly to the reverse.

Original Cover Art for Shade the Changing Man #70 (1996) Pencils & Inks by Duncan Fegredo

Price: $3,200.00


from Shade the Changing Man (1990 2nd Series) 70
1996 DC

A poignant, bittersweet cover from the legendary Duncan Fegredo, the final issue of the series tells the story of all the things that can go wrong when you're trying to make them right, an idea captured beautifully by Fegredo here. Signed by Fegredo (personalized) in lower left. Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil and ink on DC Comics art board. 11" x 17".

Original Cover Art for Thor Annual #17 (1992) Pencils by Mark Pacella, Inks by Dan Panosian

Price: $8,000.00


from Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) Annual 17
1992 Marvel

Eric Masterson, the Thor of the 90's, finds himself tossed through time and ends up facing off with Prester John and his Evil Eye, a plot wonderfully summed up in this powerful cover that sees the two warriors locked in the heat of battle! Pencil and ink on Marvel Comics art board with title logo and cover copy stats on acetate affixed to the board with tape. 11" x 17". NOTE: Two portions of the art are pasted-in redraws (Thor's left forearm/hand and an area just below Prester John's right knee which was likely initially left blank for a barcode box).

Original Cover Art for Way of the Rat #14 (2003) Pencils by Luke Ross, Inks by Matthew Ryan

Price: $425.00


from Way of the Rat (2002) 14
2003 CrossGen Comics

An outstanding cover featuring the enigmatic Silken Ghost, mysterious ally to protagonist Boon Sai Hong. Penciller Luke Ross delivers a strong, kinetic image of the graceful warrior, enhanced beautifully by inker Matthew Ryan's work on the costume. Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil and ink on Crossgen comic art board. 11" x 17".

Original Cover Art for Mad Magazine #9 (Brazilian 1985) by Carlos Chagas

Price: $3,500.00


1985

An absolutely stunning cover never published in the US! Spotlighting the Mad Movie Satire "Star Blecch III- The Search for Plot" which first appeared in Mad Magazine #251 in the States, this new cover was commissioned for the recently launched Brazilian edition of the legendary humor mag. Chagas' beautiful reimagining of the movie's poster with Alfred E. Neuman swapped in for Spock is classic Mad, combining top tier art with the magazine's signature irreverence. Also included is a copy of the published issue. Paint on heavy stock affixed with glue to heavy art board. 14 1/2" x 18".