Bidspirit auction | 7 Jaws Illustrations and Cartoons

7 Jaws Illustrations and Cartoons for Peter Benchley Including Arnold Roth and Tony Auth - Collection of seven printed cartoons and illustrations sent to Peter Benchley following the release of Jaws, accompanied by a note from Wendy Benchley. All sheets have been trimmed from their original size and are mounted to foam board backings. Cartoons and illustrations include: W. Taylor Oughton (American, 1925-2018) caricature of Peter Benchley titled ”No Problem.” Arnold Roth (American, b. 1929) ”Bargain Mania.” Warren Miller (American, 1933-2019) untitled. Jim Berry (American, 1932-2015) printed Berry's World cartoon dated 1975. Tony Auth (American, 1942-2014) beach scene dated 1975, The Philadelphia Inquirer. Two additional unsigned pieces include a Maws parody illustration and a drawing of a giant octopus overtaking a boat. Largest: 12 x 8 in. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.