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One of the most recognizable and best paperback covers of all-time. Originally appearing as a pulp cover , Rudolph Belarski pulled out all the stops on this bondage cover for Popular Library's "The Doll's Trunk Murder." A highwater mark in the history of genre illustration.

This terrific cover by noted Rudolph Belarski really glows.

This Detective Novels pulp magazine cover was later re-worked and released as a very recognizable and much more famous paperback book - "The Doll's Trunk Murder" by Helen Reilly.

A dashing Argosy cover by the great Rudolph Belarski. Jan 27, 1940 issue.

January 1940 issue of Argosy Magazine featuring cover art by the renowned Rudolph Belarski.

Ruldolph Belarski is better known for his pulp and paperback covers, but like most artists, he took work where he could find it - in this case, a satirical comment on bad timing. Note the interesting storytelling device of the phone with the lightning bolts emmanating from it, suggesting that as soon as our cover maiden is indisposed with her kneading, the telephone - which no doubt sat idle for hours - rings. Liberty magazine - December 14, 1940 issue.

Next time, take the time to bring some proper work clothes! Popular Library No. 201 - Blood On Her Shoe by Medora Field 1949. Cover by Rudolph Belarski.

Popular Library No. 334 - The Magnificent Courtesan by Lozania Prole, 1951. Cover art by Rudolph Belarski.

"She was dangerous man-bait!" Popular Library No. 312 - Mamie Brandon by Jack Sheridan, 1951. Cover art by Rudolph Belarski.