Superb original hand-inked four panel Popeye comic strip by Bud Sagendorf, 17.75 x 5.75, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink, “Bes’ wishes to the Brownes, from Popeye an’ Bud Sagendorf,” who has added his artist signature to the fourth panel. The comic, dated March 23 [1970], begins with a jealous Olive Oyl telling Popeye that she hasn’t seen him alone for weeks, with the sailor responding: “I has been spendin’ me time with Swee'Pea!” After Popeye explains that he only wants Swee'Pea to know his affection, Olive Oyl wishes to share her own with the baby. In the final panel, an enraged Olive Oyl is seen leaning over and screaming: “I hate you!!” Right border features a 1970 King Features Syndicate copyright label. Reverse of comic bears collector’s notations indicating that the cartoon was received on February 6, 1975. In fine condition.
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