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Comic Art

Original Cover Art for Action Comics #530 (1982) Pencils by Ross Andru, Inks by Dick Giordano

Price: $10,000.00


from Action Comics (1938 DC) 530
1982 DC

A fantastic, thrilling cover from an era where the intent of a cover was to entice someone to read the story. Not only is Superman in a perilous situation that he should be able to easily escape, he's refusing to save a life (even if it is the life of one of his greatest enemies). Andru's exciting layout is wonderfully enhanced by Giordano's bold, dramatic inks. Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil, ink, and correction fluid on DC Comics art board. 11 1/4" x 17".

Original Cover Art for Avengers #11 (2011) Pencils by John Romita Jr., Inks by Klaus Janson

Price: $7,500.00


from Avengers (2010 4th Series) 11A
2011 Marvel

An incredibly powerful cover- but what else would you expect from two legends like John Romita Jr. and Klaus Janson? Parker Robbins, The Hood, has been levelling up. After seizing control of organized crime in the Marvel Universe, the villain now seeks to control the Infinity Gems- and he's got three already. JRJR and Janson grace this cover with all of the power and weight that should come a long with a story centered around the Infinity Gems with the God of Thunder making a dramatic stand against the overpowered hoodlum. Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil, ink, and correction fluid on Marvel Comics art board. 11" x 17 1/4".

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

Price: $8,000.00


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 for China Sea Graphic Novel (1989) by Barry Blair

Price: $350.00


from China Sea GN (1989 Aircel) 1-1ST
1989 Aircel

A beautiful painted cover for Blair's homage to Golden Age adventure comics and comic strips (specifically Terry and the Pirates) with striking silhouettes of Troy Adams and The Kid facing the sunset. Ink and airbrush on watercolor paper. 12" x 17".

Original Cover Art for Dark Web #1F (2022) by Carlos Gomez

Price: $4,500.00


from Dark Web (2022 Marvel) 1F
2022 Marvel

A stunner of a cover featuring every major player in this Spidey event! Spider-Man, MJ, Venom, Black Cat, Gold Goblin (Norman!), Ms. Marvel, Chasm (Ben Reilly!), and Hallow's Eve all look ready for action here thanks to Gomez's tight pencils and bold, blocky shading. Signed by the artist in lower right. Also included is a copy of the published issue. Pencil on art board. 11 3/4" x 16 1/2".

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

Price: $1,825.00


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 #145 (1961) by Joe Simon

Price: $1,650.00


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 Icon vs. Hardware #1C (2023) Inks by John Floyd, Printed Pencils by Denys Cowan

Price: $3,800.00


from Icon vs. Hardware (2023 DC) 1C
2023 DC

Cowan and Floyd kick off this miniseries the right way with a powerful, energetic homage to the cover of the iconic Batman #497. As is typically the case for their collaborations, the finished art captures all of the energy and detail of Cowan's raw pencils thanks to Floyd's brilliant inking instincts. Ink over printed pencils on DC Comics art board (reverse). 11" x 17".

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

Price: $4,000.00


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 Laugh Comics Digest #185 (2003) Pencils by Jeff Shultz, Inks by Henry Scarpelli

Price: $400.00


from Laugh Comics Digest (1974) 185
2003 Archie Publications

Veronica isn't feeling so merry on this fantastic cover that proves that in Riverdale, even when you're angry you've gotta make a pun about it. Pencil and ink on Archie Comics art board. 11 1/2" x 17 1/2".

Original Cover Art for Lost Planet #4 (1987) by Bo Hampton

In auction ending April 16

from Lost Planet (1987 Eclipse) 4
1987 Eclipse

A magnificent cover for Hampton's dark fantasy series that sees our heroes in the clutches of the evil Count Zorrin! Hampton's brush work on the Count and the mountain in the background gives some nice texture to the powerful image that calls to mind both the outrageous stories of the Silver Age and the darker, more grounded fantasy and sci-fi of the 70's. Signed by the artist in lower margin. Pencil and ink on comic art board with partial acetate overlay for the title logo and cover copy. 11" x 17".

Original Cover Art for Milestone 30th Anniversary Special (2023) Inks by John Floyd, Printed Pencils by Denys Cowan

Price: $4,275.00


from Milestone 30th Anniversary Special (2023 DC) 1A
2023 DC

For this oversized celebration of the groundbreaking Milestone line, Cowan and Floyd turn in an incredible homage to the iconic cover to Flash #123 featuring Static in place of the speedsters. Cowan's always-energetic figure work is displayed nicely here in the mirrored versions of Static, with Floyd doing some absolutely incredible inking- particularly on the unseen villain! Ink over printed pencils on comic art board. 11" x 17".

Original Cover Art for Milestone Compendium #2 (2023) Inks by John Floyd, Printed Pencils by Denys Cowan

Price: $3,040.00


from Milestone Compendium TPB (2021 DC) 2-1ST
2023 DC

A powerful cover for this hefty volume that contains the full 'Worlds Collide' crossover which saw the Milestone and DC universes collide due to the uncontrolled reality warping powers of a mailman! Floyd does a fantastic job with his inks here, refining a bit wile still retaining the explosive energy of Cowan's pencils. Ink over printed pencils on DC Comics art board (reverse). 11" x 17".

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 Poison Elves: Lusiphur & Lirilith #4 (2001) by Jason Shawn Alexander

Price: $3,500.00


from Poison Elves Lusiphur and Lirilith (2001) 4
2001 Sirius

"Life is what you make of it...and sometimes...sometimes you're what life makes you." The final issue of this prequel series that expands on the star-crossed lovers' relationship and its subsequent dissolution gets a phenomenal cover from the multi talented Alexander. With Lusipher's mind set on murderous revenge and Lirilith committed to a life as a healer, the end is nigh- something Alexander captures wonderfully here with small touches their body language and the detail of Lusiphur's bloodied hands reaching out for her. Also included is a copy of the published issue signed by Alexander. Pencil, watercolor, and oil paint with sealant. 18" x 23 1/4".

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 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Turtles in Time #1 Hastings Variant by Sophie Campbell

Price: $3,000.00


from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Turtles in Time (2014) 1RE.HASTINGS
2014

For the better part of a decade, Sophie Campbell has become synonymous with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles both as a writer and an artist and it's easy to see why in this delightful cover that captures the spirit of team perfectly. Also included is a copy of the published issue signed and remarked by Campbell. Pencil and ink on art board. 10 1/2" x 14".

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

Price: $6,500.00


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 Vampirella #15B (2002) Pencils by Tony Harris, Inks by Ray Snyder

Price: $1,500.00


from Vampirella (2001 Harris 2nd Series) 15B
2002 Harris Comics

A fantastic cover that perfectly captures the two key elements of Vampirella- sex and danger! Vampi looks as seductive as ever here as shadowy figures writhe in the background and reach out for her, mirroring a scene from this issue where she seduces a gang of werewolf bikers who have been murdering their way across the countryside. Pencil and ink on the reverse of DC Comics art board. 11" x 17"