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Jack Davis

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American cartoonist (1924-2016)

United StatesArtistsLived 1924 to 2016 · aged 91
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John Burton Davis Jr. was an American cartoonist and illustrator, known for his advertising art, magazine covers, film posters, record album art, and numerous comic book stories. He was one of the founding cartoonists for Mad in 1952.

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Davis's flair for caricature made him a natural choice for satire magazines such as Mad, Cracked, Trump, Humbug and Help!Davis's flair for caricature made him a natural choice for satire magazines such as Mad, Cracked, Trump, Humbug and Help!

Awards 4

2019Special Recognition Award
2003Will Eisner Hall of Fame
2000Reuben Award
1985Inkpot Award

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John Burton Davis Jr. was an American cartoonist and illustrator, known for his advertising art, magazine covers, film posters, record album art, and numerous comic book stories. He was one of the founding cartoonists for Mad in 1952. His cartoon characters are characterized by extremely exaggerated anatomy, including big heads, skinny legs, and large feet.

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United States
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1924 to 2016 · aged 91
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