Kirby, Jack - Sky Masters of the Space Force, 2-21-1959
Artists: Jack Kirby (Penciller) , Wally Wood (Inker)
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DescriptionSky Masters was Wally Wood’s second foray into syndicated strips. He was thirty years old and well established as a professional artist, having created some incredible work in pretty much every genre – horror, science fiction, war, crime – working for the likes of Avon, DC, EC & Marvel.Given who he was at the time, and where he would head after this, it’s not exactly clear why Wood took the time to add the caliber of his inks to Jack Kirby’s pencils. But, he inked the first eight months of the 1958 – 1961 Sky Masters of the Space Force strip, written by Dave Wood and penciled by Kirby. I’m certainly glad he did - the power of their collaboration is clearly evident in this beautiful daily example from the strip. Sincere thanks to Mr. Gold for helping me understand how this one made its way to me. And, of course, sincere thanks to Thomas Ward for parting with it! Social/Sharing |
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Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
Posted on 1/11/2017
This is Such an Outstanding and Fine Example of this series highlighting the brilliance and synergy of these Two Masters!!! I stand humbled.
steve staszower 
Member Since 2005
Posted on 1/11/2017
Fantastic!!! You can see each of the artists' work in this one.
David K
Member Since 2008
Posted on 1/11/2017
That first panel... that has to be one of the best strip panels I've ever seen!!!
Mark Howland
Member Since 2004
Posted on 1/12/2017
I'm so mesmerized by the background, I can't even look at the figures. Fabulous pick up, Chris!
Thomas Ward
Member Since 2004
Posted on 1/12/2017
Of all the Sky Masters that I had ever owned, this was always my favorite, glad it found its way to a good home!
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
Posted on 1/12/2017
Thomas Ward wrote:
Of all the Sky Masters that I had ever owned, this was always my favorite, glad it found its way to a good home!You and me both, Thomas! Sincere thanks to you for graciously passing it on to its next steward...
glen gold
Member Since 2004
Posted on 1/15/2017
When Roz started selling Sky Masters, I just happened to be there. I had the almost the entire run of Wood-inked dailies (minus the single-panel strips) to pick from. This was one of two strips I bought. It's truly outstanding.
Scott Williams
Member Since 2004
Posted on 1/15/2017
What a great pairing of artists. It's my favorite "early" Kirby art, but that has as much to do with the Wood inks as it does with Kirby. Bravo!
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