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Newspaper Proof Sheets

An original proof sheet of comic strips. These proofs are sent, one to each newspaper carrying the strip. This sheet contains a week's worth of Calvin and Hobbes from June 1990. One of the classic sequences where Calvin uses his Time Machine to travel back to the age of dinosaurs. More detail and crisper art than seen in the paper.
Size is 11” x 17" folded (as received from comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper.
An original proof sheet of comic strips. These proofs are sent, one to each newspaper carrying the strip. This sheet contains a week's worth of Calvin and Hobbes from April 1989. More detail and crisper art than seen in the paper.
Size is 11” x 17" folded (as received from comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper.
This is the proof sheet for the Calvin and Hobbes comic strip for the week of Feb. 14, 1994. The six different panels are dated 2-14 through 2-19.
Since it was mid-winter, Calvin spent most of the week out playing in the snow. These panels were mailed to newspapers from the different syndicates and cut into six pieces and placed on different pages for the six days of the week. Sunday is handled separately.
Size is 11” x 17" folded (as received from comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper.
This is the proof sheet for the Calvin and Hobbes comic strip for the week of Jan. 24, 1994. The six different panels are dated 1-24 through 1-29.
Since it was mid-winter, Calvin spent the first half of the week having adventures in the snow (1-24, 1-25 and 1-26). He also spent two days taking a history test at school (1-27 and 1-28) and scored a moral victory over the school bully (1-29).
These panels were mailed to newspapers from the different syndicates and most of them were cut into six pieces and placed on different pages for the six days of the week. Sunday is handled separately.
Size is 11” x 17" folded (as received from comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper.
This is the newspaper proof sheet for the week of February 27, 1995.
The six different panels are dated 2-27 through 3-4. The Gallery image is part of the panel from 3-3. Be sure to supersize the entire proof to read all the panels. On 2-27, Calvin was less than thrilled by what his mother made for dinner. On 2-28, he gave one of his priceless answers to a question on a history quiz. "It's hopeless, Miss Wormwood. Hopeless." On 3-1, he plans for his retirement by buying a comic book. On 3-2, he and his dad have a conversation about buying a computer. On 3-3, he invents the "writer's block," and on 3-4, he laments the fact that he doesn't have a hairy chest.
These proofs were mailed to newspapers from the different syndicates and most of them were cut into six pieces and placed on different pages for the six days of the week. Sunday is handled separately.
Size is 11” x 17" folded (as received from comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper.
This is a high-quality master copy distributed to newspaper art editors for placement in the comics pages. This particular item is Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Watterson for release the week of September 11, 1995. The Calvinball story line wraps up as babysitter Rosalyn catches the nuances of the game – you make it up as you go along.
Size is 11” x 17" folded (as received from comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper.
This is a high-quality master copy distributed to newspaper art editors for placement in the comics pages. This particular item is Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Watterson for release the week of October 9, 1995. Calvin's homework is to compile a notated leaf collection, and naturally, the work is due in the morning. Luckily, as supreme Earthling potentate, Calvin can con some visiting space aliens into doing his work for him. The only thing he has to give up is control of the planet.
Size is 11” x 17" folded (as received from comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper.
This is a high-quality master copy distributed to newspaper art editors for placement in the comics pages. This particular item is Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Watterson for release the week of November 13, 1995.
Size is 11” x 17" folded (as received from comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper
This is a high-quality master copy distributed to newspaper art editors for placement in the comics pages. This particular item is Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Watterson for release the week of November 20, 1995.
Size 11” x 17" folded (as received from comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper
This particular item is Calvin and Hobbes for release the week of November 27, 1995. True Calvin fans will know this was Watterson's fourth-to-last batch of Calvin strips before he retired the strip New Year's Eve 1995, promising to take Calvin and Hobbes into a new exciting medium (We're still waiting).
This sheet is 11” x 17," folded down the center (as received from the comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper.
This particular item is Calvin and Hobbes for release the week of December 11, 1995. True Calvin fans will know this was Watterson's third-to-last batch of Calvin strips before he retired the strip New Year's Eve 1995, promising to take Calvin and Hobbes into a new exciting medium (We're still waiting).
This sheet is 11” x 17," folded down the center (as received from the comic syndicate), semi-gloss paper.

Misc.

Calvin and Hobbes 1988-89 16-Month Calendar
Calvin and Hobbes 1989-90 16-Month Calendar
A unique item! This is the proof sheet for that book cover, run at the printer as they "dial in" the colors on the presses. Normally destroyed or used up when they bind the book, this one was overlooked.
Book covers for the Calvin and Hobbes Lazy Sunday Book. But it never went on the books at all. It would have covered four books but it is all in one great and glorious, beautiful Calvin and Hobbes poster. This sheet was never cut. It was found on a pallate of medical books. Between each tier of boxes of books there is often a sheet of cardboard or other thick paper to help hold the pallates together better. This is what they used.
Size 2'-0" x 3'-0"
Used for display of Calvin & Hobbes books.
This is a Cartoon Art Museum Collectors print of Calvin & Hobbes by Bill Watterson. The print is sized 8 1/2 x 11 on a medium bristol board. It is number 6 and is dated Copywritten 1990.
The November 26, 2003 issue of the Cleveland SCENE, an alternative tabloid weekly distributed only in the Cleveland area, which features a great Calvin & Hobbes cover story. With illustrations by “Frazz” cartoonist Jef Mallett, the five-page article searches for signs of Bill Watterson in Ohio and talks about the Calvin & Hobbes phenomenon.
Size 11" x 14"
To promote the release of "The Complete Calvin and Hobbes", Andrews McNeel Publishing distributed these full-color promotional cards at an industry trade show. The cards have printing on one side only and are illustrated with a nice Calvin & Hobbes image.
Size: 4 1/4" x 5 3/4"
This is the rare signed and numbered Calvin and Hobbes lithograph.
This lithograph was distributed only to newspapers that continued running his strip when Watterson took a one-year sabbatical in 1992 - the letter sent with the lithograph calls it a "token of appreciation.
It was a limited run of 1,000, each individually numbered. It is signed "WATTERSON" under the right side of the image. This is NOT a POSTER. It's a high-quality full-color lithograph. It is printed on high-quality stock and the colors are gorgeous.
The measurements are 18" x 23 1/4" and the actual picture itself measures 12 1/2" x 17 1/2".
April 1, 1987 L.A. Times article and interview with Bill Watterson.
Vending machine advertising flat. Unique promotional poster from the San Jose Mercury News and used throughout the San Francisco Bay Area in 1989. Features Calvin doing a mock of an old Brooke Shields Calvin Klein advertisement.
A wonderful item for C&H fans! This is an original newspaper advertising poster, printed in color on heavy card stock, which appeared in a handful of newspaper vending machines in Pennsylvania.
Bill Watterson Personal Note
This item is an extremely rare find for Calvin & Hobbes fans. It is a collection of items used in the printing of the book "Scientific Method Goes "Boink"" 1991. Besides a copy of the completed original book, there is a printed proof of the entire book (in blue ink), with various handwritten marks showing printing errors prior to final print, and six unused plates back-up plates that would have been used the actual printing of the publication, as well as a protective case. Usually, these items are destroyed after a book is printed, so finding them is rare.
Unused Printing Plate
Printed proof of the book (in blue ink)
This is an original Calvin and Hobbes promo pack mailed to newspapers in 1989 to sell the strip. It comes COMPLETE with folder, promo sheet, and 3 pristine editor's proofs intended for publication. Each of the proofs consists of one folded sheet with six strips (3 on each side.) The proofs were intended for release the weeks of July 24, Aug. 7 and Aug. 28, 1989.
A look inside the promo pack
Promo Sheet
Editor proof intended for publication. Each of the proofs consists of one folded sheet with six strips (3 on each side.) The proof was intended for release the week of Aug. 28, 1989.
Editor proof intended for publication. Each of the proofs consists of one folded sheet with six strips (3 on each side.) The proof was intended for release the week of July 24, 1989.
Editor proof intended for publication. Each of the proofs consists of one folded sheet with six strips (3 on each side.) The proof was intended for release the week of Aug. 7, 1989.
From the 1988 American Booksellers Convention. The only wording on the poster is at the bottom right hand corner: "The Essential Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Watterson copyright 1988 by Universal Press Syndicate." Hobbes is leaping through the front door, grabbing Calvin as he shoots into the air, blowing the little guy's tennis shoes off his feet and sending his playmate's school books to the wind. It is a wonderful, joyful colored poster to collect.
Size 14" x 17"
Calvin and Hobbes poster which was published for the tenth anniversary book. The print was only available for bookstores selling the Calvin and Hobbes editions. The words are written in German, they say: Ten years, Calvin and Hobbes, The Anniversary Book.
Size 23.5" x 16.5"
The UK Warner Books Promotion of Calvin & Hobbes books.
Size 16.5" x 23.5"
Letter Signed by Bill Watterson.
Size 8.5" x 11"
Letter Signed by Bill Watterson.
Size 8.5" x 11"
In the letter Watterson replied to a person he worked with after editors had expressed some resentment after Watterson had changed the format of the Sunday strips. Letter on Watterson’s personal stationary.
Size 8.5" x 11"
The letter Bill Watterson sent to Universal Press Syndicate informing the syndicate of his decision to stop drawing Calvin and Hobbes.
Size 8.5" x 11"
As a thank you for supporting his comic strip over the years, Bill Watterson sent a signed color print of the strip's final Sunday panel to newspaper editors.
Riser for "The Revenge of the Baby Sitter" bookstore floor display from 1991.
Riser for "The Authoritative" bookstore floor display from 1990.
Riser for "There's Treasure Everywhere" bookstore floor display from 1996.
Riser for "Scientific Progress Goes Boink" bookstore floor display from 1991.
Size: 9" x 10"
Cardboard promotional header card that was released to promote the first Calvin & Hobbes book by Watterson.
Size: 9.25" x 11"
Cardboard promotional header card that was released to promote the second Calvin & Hobbes book by Watterson.
Size: 9.25" x 10"
These are two(2) 1992 syndicate sales samples. Each measures apprx. 10" x 13" and are in full color on white stock.
This is definitely different. This letter was sent to subscribing newspapers by Universal Press Syndicate to let them know that Bill Watterson, the creator of Calvin and Hobbes, would be taking an extended vacation.
The letter is dated March 22, 1994. It reads: "To Whom It May Concern: As we previously informed your newspaper, Bill Watterson will be taking time off and we will be providing you with classics from the past. This begins with the April 3 (Sunday) release and continues through December 31, 1994. Enclosed is the first set of classics. Please let us know is (sic) you have any questions. UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE"
Size: 8" x 11"
This is an exclusive card sent to strip subscribers when Watterson was halting the comic. The inside says Seasons' Greetings from Universal Press Syndicate.
Glossy Calvin and Hobbes Christmas card sent by Universal Press Syndicate to newspapers. Inside of card cover reads: Art Compliments of Bill Watterson, creator of Calvin and Hobbes. Card reads: Universal Press Syndicate wishes you and yours all the blessing of the holiday season. The comic strip is the one where Calvin talks to Hobbes about Santa’s guidelines for “goodness.” Right before he hits little Susie with a snowball.
This card was sent out in 1989 to newspaper editors by Universal Press Syndicate and has what was the Calvin and Hobbes Sunday comic for Christmas on the cover. Inside has a printed holiday greeting from the owners of the syndicate.
Size: 8.5" x 6" folded.
This card was sent out in 1988 to newspaper editors by Universal Press Syndicate and has what was the Calvin and Hobbes Sunday comic for Christmas on the cover. Inside has a printed holiday greeting from the owners of the syndicate.
Size: 8.5" x 6" folded.
This card was sent out in 1993 to newspaper editors by Universal Press Syndicate and has what was the Calvin and Hobbes Sunday comic for Christmas on the cover. Inside has a printed holiday greeting from the owners of the syndicate.
Size: 5.5" x 8" folded.
The USPS will be issuing stamps this July honoring several comic strips including Calvin and Hobbes
RARE ISRAEL HEBREW COMICS 1993 ISSUE 29 Booklet include 31 wonderful Hebrew comic pages of GARFIELD, CALVIN & HOBBES, ZIGGY, SPIDERMAN, SNOOPY and more… it was published in Israel 1992 and printed in very low numbers finding an item like this is very hard even here in Israel Size 7.7 on 10.5 inch

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