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Rip Kirby 8/30/54

Artist: Alex Raymond (All)

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Title:	Rip Kirby 8/30/54
Artist:	Alex Raymond (All)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Comic Strip
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	505
Likes on CAF:	2 3
Comments:	2
Added to Site:	2/16/2021
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Description

I’ve always been impressed with Alex Raymond’s work. He created strips for Secret Agent X-9, Jungle Jim, Flash Gordon and of course, Rip Kirby. People talk about the lines and brush work – all true. But, I have to tell you that his ability to tell a story is underrated.

While away in the army, Flash Gordon and Jungle Jim were taken over by another artist. Upon returning, the syndicate asked him to start something new. He created Rip Kirby after returning from service in the Pacific in WW II. I’ve seen so many examples out there and have grabbed some that grabbed me, either for the lighting, the story line, or the overall look. But only recently have I actually taken the time to read the strip through. It still holds up. Rip is urbane, smart, and tough when he needs to be. It’s counter to what private detectives looked like in the film noir of the 40’s and 50’s. He’s closer to the Thin Man than Sam Spade. And, Raymond’s artwork and story telling? Just great.

Sadly, Raymond died in an automobile accident in 1956 at the too young age of 45.

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Thomas Ward
Member Since 2004

Posted on 2/17/2021

That middle panel cracks me up!!! Love it!

artless artmore
Member Since 2013

Posted on 2/18/2021

Raymond's ability to draw babies, his regular characters when tired, domestic or exotic scenes, etc. is amazing. Thanks for the huge scans! The pen lines and brushwork are unbelievably good

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