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This is a sketch piece of art by John "Jack" Lehti, a distinguished DC Comic artist. The sketch came out of his personal "sketch book of art". This is one of the pieces where he did a few sketches of his military time during WW2. He drew 2 sketches of WW2 military jeeps. His talent is amazing. The artwork is perfect for art enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone looking to add a unique touch to their home or office decor. Measurements : Image area approximately 14" in length. John Lehti grew up in Brooklyn and studied at the Art Students League and the Beaux Arts Institute. His first published work appeared in pulp magazines in 1935. He also assisted on the 'Secret Agent X-9' comic. Lehti eventually moved to comic book art and joined the staff of National Periodicals (the future DC Comics). There, he worked on features like 'The Crimson Avenger', 'Sgt. O'Malley of the Redcoat Patrol', 'Steve Conrad, Adventurer' and 'Cotton Carver'.......In the spring of 1946, Lehti sold his comic strip 'Tommy of the Big Top' to King Features, which ran until 1950. With the strip's demise, he returned to DC to draw 'Big Town' and 'Tarzan'. In the early 1950s, Lehti switched to Western, where he illustrated stories with 'Lassie', 'Tom Corbet, Space Cadet' and 'Flash Gordon'. Lehti sold 'Tales from the Great Book' to Publishers Syndicate in 1954. It became a Sunday feature for many newspapers and ran until 1972. John Lehti returned to DC once again and worked on 'Sgt. Rock' and 'The Losers' in the mid-1970s. He retired in the 1980s. *** Tracking and insurance included CHECK PHOTOS/SCANS FOR CONDITION We accept various payment methods Any questions please do not hesitate to ask THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS!! The last photo is my Social Media Group (FB) "Elite Team Auctions" If you would like to join for some great deals and new inventory Inventory: Art Room ***