Lot 695: Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel

Original signed and inscribed ballpoint-highlighted production sketch for the cover of issue 80 of Superman: The Man of Steel comic book, printed in 1998. Sketch measures 10 x 14, and features a printed image of Superman lifting a villain over his head, with the title along the top. The figure of Superman has been gone over in blue ballpoint, with his cape drawn in along with other highlights, all done presumably by Joe Schuster. Signed and inscribed, "To Gary-with my best wishes from Jerry Siegel," and "Joe Shuster and Superman." Matted and framed with a cover from the finished comic book to an overall size of 21.75 x 18. Several vertical creases to sketch, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from James Spence.

Production sketch