It’s artist FRED RAY’s birthday…
I’ve mentioned this in passing in other contexts but of all the potential DC Facsimile Editions out there, 1942’s Batman #11 is one I’d want to see the most. (1950’s Detective Comics #168 is another.)
Why? Well, I just happen to think this is the best Batman cover of the Golden Age, and all credit goes to penciller Fred Ray — who was born 106 years ago, on Feb. 4. 1920 — and inker Jerry Robinson (as well as the unknown colorist).
Imagine this in foil!
And while DC has produced Facsimiles based solely on covers, this also has the distinction of being the first Joker cover ever, so there’s a history hook, as well. It’s not just about the front, either: There are Joker and Penguin stories inside.
The Joker’s taking center stage in Batman come April, so perhaps this spring would be a groovy time to trot this one out.
Doesn’t hurt to float the idea, right?
For other takes on this classic, links below!
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— 1942’s Classic BATMAN #11 Cover — ONE MINUTE LATER. Click here.
— Dig JOHN K. SNYDER’s Gorgeous Homage to the Classic BATMAN #11 Cover. Click here.
— Dig CHRIS FRANKLIN’s Gallery of Glorious BATMAN Golden Age Covers — MEZCO Style. Click here.
