Frank Miller Original Comic Book Art Leads Heritage Auction's June Sale
Frank Miller and Klaus Janson, Daredevil #165 cover original art
Heritage Auctions will offer several significant pieces of original comic book art showcasing Frank Miller’s work including his earliest cover to reach the auction block, 1980’s Daredevil No. 165, during its June 20-23 Comics & Comic Art auction.
Miller’s Daredevil work has become particularly coveted among collectors in recent years, culminating with the record $252,000 realized by his cover of Daredevil No. 190 in April.
Numerous Golden Age pieces will also be featured in the sale, including Batman’s first appearance in Detective Comics No. 27, Superman No. 1, Batman No. 1, Marvel Comics No. 1 and Captain America Comics No. 1. There’s also the highest-graded unrestored copy of Whiz Comics’ premiere issue featuring the debut of Captain Marvel Heritage has offered.
Other highlights include Alex Ross’ photo-realistic, double-spread painting of Captain Marvel from 2000’s oversized Shazam! Power of Hope.
