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Frank Godwin - Rusty Riley Daily #19 - 2/16/48

Artist: Frank Godwin (All)

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Frank Godwin - Rusty Riley Daily #19 - 2/16/48 Comic Art

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Title:	Frank Godwin - Rusty Riley Daily #19 - 2/16/48
Artist:	Frank Godwin (All)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Comic Strip
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	449
Likes on CAF:	3 4
Comments:	5
Added to Site:	8/23/2021
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Description

Very early example of Rusty Riley. The first 24 strips were numbered after which they bore the date. My guess would be that these were the initial group submitted to the syndicate for approval or simply done prior to a known start date for publication. Following that initial start however, the continuing strips could then reliably dated. The early strips were also notable as they were signed in an open space rather than in what would become Frank's signature box style. This example is lacking part of Godwin's signature as it was done on a pasteover that no longer exists. Godwin was something of a perfectionist and he wanted to get the details right. The horse in the first panel was redrawn creating a better sense of proportion and depth. See the additional pics.

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Member Since 2013

Posted on 8/23/2021

Great early RR daily! Interesting to see Godwin's development of the first panel. Thanks for posting!

Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005

Posted on 8/23/2021

It is drawn with more detail than they could print it. Amazing illustrations!

Mark Howland
Member Since 2004

Posted on 8/24/2021

Each panel is a gem, but that second-to-third sequence is heavenly.

Jeff Singh
Member Since 2004

Posted on 8/24/2021

Superb early Rusty. Godwin never just dialed it in, but on this one he took it to another level. Great addition!

Thomas Ward
Member Since 2004

Posted on 8/24/2021

What an awesome find! I love the early Rustys, so much detail!

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