Black Cat 11, page 15

Artist: Lee Elias (All)

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Title:	Black Cat 11, page 15
Artist:	Lee Elias (All)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Splash Page
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	1,241
Likes on CAF:	0 1
Comments:	6
Added to Site:	12/12/2013
Comic Art Archive:	Black Cat Issue: 11 Page: 15 View

Description

I have coveted this piece for years and finally, somehow, it has found its way into my happy hands.

This is for me a wonderful Black Cat piece that strikes a chord from my childhood, so the odds are at some point it was reprinted in the early 60s and I saw it then.

For some reason I have always associated the Black Cat with Judo and this page reinforces this perspective.

In recent years thanks in part to the IDW,Terry and the Pirates books I have come to appreciate the genius of Milton Caniff. So seeing one of his disciples work is always a treat. Among those who give tribute to the influence of Caniff are John Romita and Carmine Infantino. Lee Elias work is definitely influenced by Caniff, but very distinct in and of itself.

From the early days of reading Green Arrow in Adventure and World's Finest I knew his distinct work and loved Lee's Dave Carson stories because of his unique work, so different that the Schwartz stable of artists; Infantino, Kane Anderson, Green but gripping at the turn of the first page.

I should also add that it is a terrific reference source for future Black Cat commissions by a variety of artists.

One final note, for a page produced in 1948, the condition of this art is remarkable, so thanks big time to previous owners for their preservation. I promise to do the same.

Enjoy!

12-12-13

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	michael dunne
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Last Login:	September 2025
Country:	UNITED STATES
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Marvel Two-in-One Guy
Member Since 2003

Posted on 12/12/2013

An absolutely fantastic page. I can think of no one better to be the steward of this classic image.

Lloyd White
Member Since 2007

Posted on 12/12/2013

What an amazing page---this just sings! Congratulations on a terrific acquisition: it could not have a better home!

David K
Member Since 2008

Posted on 12/12/2013

I love it! An absolute golden age delight. Congrats!!!

frank x townsondecker
Member Since 2006

Posted on 12/13/2013

I've coveted this one myself... congrats on the fantastic Black Cat!!!

Alex Johnson
Member Since 2006
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Posted on 12/15/2013

A truly excellent example. Thanks for sharing it!

Michael Rankins
Member Since 2004

Posted on 12/18/2013

Okay, I'm envious. I might as well just be honest about it. :)

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