

November 1952 issue of True Crime Cases


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December 1959 Bedside paperback original


American Artist (20th Century)
Mixed media on board, 27.75 x 15.5 in.
Not signed
The Bob and Diane Yaspan Collection
May 1952 issue

Later published as the cover for Convention Girl by Rick Lucas, Beacon Books, 1954.

“Original work” first used on for the cover of True Crime Cases, then repainted for the paperback.
Artist could be Howell Dodd – his work is usually unsigned- , George Gross – his work usually us – , or Rudy Nappi – his usually is, too.

Gouache on board, 18 x 14 in. (sight)
Not signed

cover art repurposed for March 1955 Special Detective

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