Pg. 23; Jack Kirby pencils, Sol Brodsky inks; 1962; matted 16.5" x 22.5"; Part of "Chapter V The Final Challenge!" Miracle Man is defeated but at the cost of the Human Torch leaving the Fantastic Four.
Bidding begins May 15th and Ends June 12th! Visit www.comicconnect.com for all of the incredibly rare items in the Jon Berk Original Art & Comicbook Auction!Inspired by DC's top-selling team of heroes, the Justice League of America, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby decided to do one better when tasked with creating a copycat title for Marvel. Instead of a mash up of existing heroes, Lee and Kirby struck upon the novel concept of creating a super-family, allowing young readers to instantly identify with the day-to-day trials and tribulations of the protagonists while still enjoying liberal doses of sci-fi heroism. Fantastic Four #3 features the first appearances of the Miracle Man and also the Baxter building, the headquarters of the Fantastic Four.
This page concludes issue #3 and is a gorgeous piece in outstanding condition. Jack Kirby pencils and Sol Brodsky inks make this an essential piece of Marvel history. The classic Kirby style showcased in such a great example of everyone's favorite fighting family is the quintessence of early Marvel productions.