Bernard Krigstein

Bernard Krigstein
Krigstein self-portrait
Born(1919-03-22)March 22, 1919
New York City, US
DiedJanuary 8, 1990(1990-01-08) (aged 70)
New York City, US
Area(s)Penciller, Inker
Notable works
"Master Race"
AwardsJack Kirby Hall of Fame (1992)
Will Eisner Comic Book Hall of Fame (2005)

Bernard Krigstein (/ˈkrɪɡstn/;[1] March 22, 1919 – January 8, 1990)[2] was an American illustrator and gallery artist who received acclaim for his innovative and influential approach to comic book art, notably in EC Comics. His artwork usually displayed the signature B. Krigstein. His best-known work in comic books is the eight-page story "Master Race", originally published in the debut issue (cover-dated April 1955) of EC Comics' Impact.

  1. ^ Gravett, Paul (2007). "Bernie Krigstein: The Right To Silence". Comics International. UK: Quality Communications. Archived from the original on July 1, 2020 – via Paul Gravett official website.
  2. ^ Boyd, Robert (February 1990). "Bernie Krigstein Dead at 70". The Comics Journal (134). Fantagraphics Books: 13–14.