John Voytek
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Williamson/Frazetta - John Wayne Comics 3 pg. 2 (1950)

Location: Frazetta &:Williamson
Artists: Al Williamson (All) , Frank Frazetta (All)

Location: Frazetta &:Williamson
Title: Williamson/Frazetta - John Wayne Comics 3 pg. 2 (1950)
Artist: Al Williamson (All) , Frank Frazetta (All)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Interior Page
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 746
Likes on CAF: 14
Comments: 13
Added to Site: 1/5/2024

A very early Al Williamson/Frank Frazetta collaboration, from John Wayne Comics 3 (1950); an era when the Duke and western heroics ruled the collective conscience of an entire nation. Frazetta is credited as the inker on this story, however, the exact distribution of labor is unclear. Undoubtedly, both of these artistic titans would elevate their skillsets in the next few years, there is surely an historical importance to their early work and collaboration, as available examples are few. Two legends of the industry rendering the Duke dealing out justice with his granite fists. Beautifully drawn and choreographed fight sequence with John Wayne throughout every panel. Over the years, I've looked at numerous pages from this series, but would be hard-pressed to find an example with more action-packed panels. Even if you're not a fan of westerns...who doesn't love a good fist fight?!
Al and Fritz ride again! Yee-haaaaw!

Ink on illustration board 15 x 20 in. See additional images for original panel seven.

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Nils E Member Since 2014

Posted On 1/6/2024

This certainly packs an aesthetic punch

Benno Rothschild Member Since 2003

Posted On 1/6/2024

What a cool fight page. I have the splash for this story that leads straight into this fight.

John Voytek Member Since 2008

Posted On 1/6/2024

Benno Rothschild wrote:

" What a cool fight page. I have the splash for this story that leads straight into this fight.
"

Hey Benno...and what a great splash page you have! I've always dug these old western books and am happy that many of the greats were a part of it!

Comics Superworld Member Since 2007

Posted On 1/6/2024

But. . .where's Walter Brennan? The first four panels are worth the price of admission

gPrez *** Member Since 2021

Posted On 1/7/2024

Very nice!!!

Rob Pistella Member Since 2005
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Posted On 1/8/2024

I like this a lot!!! Amazing action!

Duke Fleed Member Since 2013

Posted On 1/22/2024

Beautiful action and of course the inks are superb!

Robbie Cook Member Since 2006

Posted On 1/30/2024

Historic importance indeed. Another fine example from this under rated title when giants walked the earth. This is beautifully laid out.

Alex B Member Since 2008

Posted On 6/22/2024

Superb linework for this excellent page. Congrats for this awesome score !

ilia georgiev Member Since 2006

Posted On 8/19/2024

The feathery line work is too die for in this page. It is Everton in a page, design, figure work, and great inking. The 7th panel is interesting. I wonder what the story is... especially with sneak peak. Golden age goodness, congrats!

Al Simpleton Member Since 2013

Posted On 1/1/2025

Beautiful, highly energetic page by a team of giants!

CJ Design Member Since 2018

Posted On 11/4/2025

A True Power Team! Amazing

CJ Design Member Since 2018

Posted On 11/4/2025

A True Power Team! Amazing

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