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Captain America #143 Page 23 (John Romita Sr.) Marvel Comics

Location: Captain America
Artists: John Romita Sr. (Penciller) ,  John  Romita Sr. (Inker)

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Location: Captain America
Title: Captain America #143 Page 23 (John Romita Sr.) Marvel Comics
Artist:  John Romita Sr. (Penciller) ,  John  Romita Sr. (Inker)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Interior Page
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 2304
Likes on CAF: 20
Favorited on CAF: 1
Comments: 22
Added to Site: 6/9/2021

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I began reading and collecting comics after pulling a copy of Captain America #140 off the spinner rack at the local grocery store in 1971. That seemingly meaningless event set me upon the path to a lifelong passion of art and comics. Adding a John Romita page from his amazing run on the title had always been a dream of mine. CAF member, Erik Essington made it possible when he offered this artwork in January 2021. (Thanks again Erik!)

Cap needed to be on any page I chose, but equally important was the inclusion of The Falcon. I am a major fan of the Sam Wilson character in his original costume. This action page couldn't be any better for that!

Romita's blue pencils underneath, John's signature razor lines, a cityscape background, and Redwing even makes an appearance in the last panel. Just has it all.

Now just to locate a Gene Colan page with Sharon Carter on it....This never ends does it?

(Carlos DS had this art posted in his incredible CAF gallery after purchasing the page from Will Gabri-EL in 2008. If you also are part of the history of this piece please let me know! It has found a great home now.)

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Marcus Wai Member Since 2005
Posted On 6/9/2021

John Romita Sr. action sequences with the brush and razor articulates flow and strength of movement with each panel.  Each one heightens the stakes and danger in this glorious page!

Lee Harmon Member Since 2020
1    
Posted On 6/9/2021

Marcus Wai wrote:
"  John Romita Sr. action sequences with the brush and razor articulates flow and strength of movement with each panel.  Each one heightens the stakes and danger in this glorious page!
 "

Thanks Marcus!

I keep waiting to have Burkey leave the comment "It's a DOOZY!"

Carlo M Member Since 2006
1    
Posted On 6/10/2021

Great page, love the inks as well!

Jep Soto Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 6/16/2021

Great piece from the GREAT John RomitaSr. Stunning!

Comic Fanfare Member Since 2010
1    
Posted On 6/18/2021

Wonderful page. Romita at his best 🤩

P T Member Since 2006
1    
Posted On 6/30/2021

Wow!!! Very nice page.

Davide G. Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 11/23/2021

Spectacular action page, masterfully composed and inked!

Lee Harmon Member Since 2020
Posted On 11/23/2021

Davide G. wrote:
"  Spectacular action page, masterfully composed and inked!
 "

Thank you Davide!

Just had to have a Romita Sr. page from the Captain America series of my youth. I am such a fan of his.

This one was a great page for me.

David Geo Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 1/11/2022

Beautiful inking done by one of the Masters!

Lee Harmon Member Since 2020
Posted On 1/11/2022

David Geo wrote:
"  Beautiful inking done by one of the Masters!
 "

Thanks David!

I agree. John Romita Sr. can do no wrong.

John Livesay Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 3/9/2022

great page!

Toni S Member Since 2019
1    
Posted On 4/11/2022

One of the best action pages of the issue! Romita at his greatest. Putting all the in all the details... backgrounds, scenography...

gene o Member Since 2018
1    
Posted On 4/13/2022

Fantastic Romita page.  He did some great (and somewhat overlooked) work on Cap.  A real dream piece!

Lee Harmon Member Since 2020
1    
Posted On 4/13/2022

gene o wrote:
"  Fantastic Romita page. ÊHe did some great (and somewhat overlooked) work on Cap. ÊA real dream piece!
 "

Thanks Gene!

Romita's work on Cap is my personal favorite of his work.

Rafa Amat Member Since 2008
1    
Posted On 7/25/2023

Great Cap action page by Romita Sr. at his 100% best!!! Congrats!!

K Gearon Member Since 2011
1    
Posted On 8/14/2023

Some killer action scene storytelling by the incomparable JRSR!  That 4th panel is tops!  Congrats!

Lee Harmon Member Since 2020
1    
Posted On 8/14/2023

K Gearon wrote:
"  Some killer action scene storytelling by the incomparable JRSR!Ê That 4th panel is tops!Ê Congrats!
 "

I love them all Khalil, but have to say that the second panel where the Falcon swings the fire is my favorite of the bunch! As mentioned in the description that original costume of Sam Wilson is how I will always see him.

If the timing was ANY different I never could have afforded to add any Romita Sr. page into my collection. Grateful for this one.

Peter Roe Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 2/17/2024

Cap #143 is one of my favorite stories between #100 and #200. Romita was perfect for Captain America. His story telling and dynamism on this page are quite engaging. I echo Marcus's comment about Romita's use of the razor for the lines of movement. I also love the 1970's dialogue. Congratulations! 

Peter Roe Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 7/9/2024

What a great page with both Cap and the Falcon from a fabulous story! I loved the story and Romita Sr.'s art on Cap. Your description is good read and covers all the angles. I also bought this comic off the spinner, although I don't know recall whether it was at our local 7-11 or downtown tobacco shop. Congratulations!

Lee Harmon Member Since 2020
Posted On 2/22/2025

Peter Roe wrote:
" What a great page with both Cap and the Falcon from a fabulous story! I loved the story and Romita Sr.'s art on Cap. Your description is good read and covers all the angles. I also bought this comic off the spinner, although I don't know recall whether it was at our local 7-11 or downtown tobacco shop. Congratulations! "
Thanks Peter!
Paul Roach Member Since 2014
1    
Posted On 2/3/2026

Brilliant storytelling, with dynamic angles and so much action. The dark inking makes the panels dense, enhancing the sense of the crowded and chaotic scenes. The composition in the last panel is superb.

Lee Harmon Member Since 2020
1    
Posted On 2/3/2026

Paul Roach wrote:
"  Brilliant storytelling, with dynamic angles and so much action. The dark inking makes the panels dense, enhancing the sense of the crowded and chaotic scenes. The composition in the last panel is superb.
 "

Appreciate that Paul. Agree with everything you said. The last panel is indeed nice. I am always drawn to the second one where the position of the fire in that swing leads your eye perfectly through the panel. This is a page I truly love.

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