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DescriptionA beautiful (IMHO) example of the Flash Gordon strip by Alex Raymond. Flash Gordon was created by Raymond and began in January 7, 1934. I think many of us take Flash Gordon and it's impact on Science Fiction for granted. Raymond, considered by many as one of the best illustrators of all time can also be thought of (because of Flash) as one of the fathers of SciFi.I was lucky enough to grab this piece with the matching Jungle Jim "topper." Jungle Jim was a entirely separate strip created to compete with Tarzan, and printed above Flash Gordon in the Sunday comics (the being called a topper). Raymond's use of inks to convey light, shadow and tone are evident here. The facial expressiveness he was able to evoke in his strips is unmatched today. In the early years of the strip he used a dry brush technique in inking much like the pulp illustrators of the time, in the second half of the 30's his style changed to a heavier line, more sharp and (I believe) allowing more expression in his characters. His later work (after he returned from WWII) in Rip Kirby provides a good example of the evolution of his talent. Social/Sharing |
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Ruben DaCollector 
Member Since 2008
Posted on 3/15/2025
A beautiful strip that captures Raymond's signature style. Gorgeous feathering, expressive characters, and a sense of movement that is unparalleled and often characteristic of his work. Congrats, Ron!
Rob Pistella
Member Since 2005
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Posted on 3/15/2025
A wonderfully fluid and expressive work by this founding master of the art form, and an influence for so many who followed. A superb example Ron!
John Voytek
Member Since 2008
Posted on 3/15/2025
WOW...big congratulations Ron! Raymond’s delicate, feathery inking during this era is a sight to behold. I'll never tire looking at these early Flash Gordon strips...simply stunning!
ilia georgiev
Member Since 2006
Posted on 3/15/2025
Amazing how quickly Raymond developed as an artist. The fine lines in this Sunday are off set by the darker cave lines. Congrats!
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013
Posted on 3/15/2025
Only very very impressive (workmanship). Who am I kidding?Definately needs a 3rd or 4th Very in there! Love the line work and expressiveness here. Huge congrats!
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
Posted on 3/16/2025
Another Christmas Eve strip! Raymond's imagination and the way he went about presenting through those ink brushes were the benchmark of excellence others compared themselves to.
Michael Kenyon
Member Since 2008
Posted on 3/16/2025
"A beautiful (IMHO) example of the Flash Gordon strip by Alex Raymond." Understatement of the year my friend!!!
Michael One Minute Later
Member Since 2005
Posted on 3/16/2025
Raymond is one of the greatest illustrators of the 20th Century and this belongs in your home.
Ted Latner
Member Since 2005
Posted on 3/16/2025
Those Raymond Flash Gordon strips are masterpieces! It's sad how the comic strip has devolved over the years, but at least we have beautiful art like this to look back on. Congrats!
Jeff Singh
Member Since 2004
Posted on 3/16/2025
Congratulations on this one Ron. That first panel is a show stealer.
GAB R
Member Since 2007
Posted on 3/17/2025
Stunning and dimamic example from a nice period. Very beautiful sequence.
Mark Levy
Member Since 2004
Posted on 3/18/2025
Delicious Dale and the 5th panel is especially cool!
Bill J
Member Since 2009
Posted on 4/17/2025
Incredible Flash Gordon page by the great Alex Raymond. This Science Fiction comic strip was incredibly popular during the 1930s. Back before television, comic strips were one of the most popular forms of public entertainment. And Flash Gordon's success in the comics led to both a radio show and a movie serial that only increased the strip's success. Today, of course, Flash Gordon retains its popularity among collectors mostly because of the quality of Alex Raymond's art. And this is a fantastic example of that. Great pick-up, congrats!
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