Iconic cartoonist who created the classic underground “comix” Zap (1967) and Snatch (1968), featuring the overtly sexual escapades of Mr. Natural, the grotesquely voluptuous Angelfood McSpade, and many others. His comic series, Fritz The Cat, was made into an X-rated animated feature in 1972. ALS signed “R.C.,” one page on the correspondence side of a 5.75 x 4 postcard, August 31, 2005. An interesting letter to John Kelly of Grey Pilgrim Books. In part: “I was quite amazed at the Nast stuff [which had been sent to him]. Out of all of it I have seen two reprinted later on in books … such beautiful work … No one has ever yet made a comprehensive book of his work…. I also love the Opper litho from Puck … I’ve seen others by him and Keppler … again, there’s no book … I appreciate that you acknowledged owing me and came across with no equivocation … you’re a good man.” Crumb then goes on to make suggestions for safely shipping delicate works on paper. In fine condition, with usual postal markings, away from writing. R&R COA.
