5.5" tall wood composition figure was designed by legendary Superman artist Wayne Boring to promote Superman to DC Comics’ distributors and retailers. 1942. This is brown and red version. Also produced as a fully-painted version. Both are rare and desirable. Professional repair at ankles. Paint is a perfect match. Trace of wear to raised portions of hair, but figure still displays Exc. Nicely detailed. This example was acquired in the early 1980s from a Superman collection assembled in the 1960s. Listed in the "Official Price Guide To Pop Culture Memorabilia – 150 Years Of Character Toys & Collectibles" at values of $1,800 in Fine, $3,600 in NM.