DETECTIVE COMICS (1937-2011; 2016-) #35
CBCS NM/M: 9.8
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Tuesday, 09/12/2017 1:53 PM
$18,800
Sold For
49
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PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: ow/white pgs; Ext(P) ext ct & pcs added to cvr, cvr & cf reinf, spn splts sls, tr sls to cvr, cvr & staples cleaned, int lightened
Bob Kane cvr/art; classic hypodermic needle/bondage cover (1/40)
Highest Graded
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Bob Kane cvr/art; classic hypodermic needle/bondage cover (1/40)
Highest Graded
DESCRIPTION
ow/white pgs; Ext(P) ext ct & pcs added to cvr, cvr & cf reinf, spn splts sls, tr sls to cvr, cvr & staples cleaned, int lightened
Bob Kane cvr/art; classic hypodermic needle/bondage cover (1/40)
Highest GradedThe book's jarring cover inaugurates a tradition that has remained nearly undisturbed to the modern day, with the Caped Crusader as the featured star of this venerable title. This classic image captures all the gruesome drama and atmosphere beloved of year-one Batman and shows why the character quickly vaulted to the top of the collective consciousness of Golden Age comic readers. The horrific mood and tone of the inaugural Bat-tales give them a feel unlike anything that came after, directly inspiring the early-70s Adams revamp and the look of the blockbuster 1989 movie. The hero's booming popularity is evident not only in his cover appearance but by the bright-red banner assuring readers he would appear in every issue thereafter.The horrific tone of the inaugural Bat-tales give them a feel unlike anything that came after, directly inspiring the early-70's Adams revamp and the look of the blockbuster 1989 movie. The hero's popularity is evident not only in his cover appearance, but by the bright-red banner assuring readers he would appear in every issue thereafter. This incredible-looking copy has been professionally restored, and seemingly, traveled back in time to January, 1940. You will not find a finer example of this coveted book in the restored market.
Overstreet Guide 2017 NM- (9.2) value = $170,000.
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Artist Information
A celebrity comic artist of the Golden Age, co-created Batman and Robin with Bill Finger, as his brainchild became more in demand he hired an army of ghost artists to illustrate the dearth of Batman features on the market, but all were credited to Kane. His other achievements include the creation of Catwoman, Two-Face and cartoon character Courageous Cat. Kane was the object of some controversy for taking credit for the art and inspiration of others, but he was also undoubtedly an important figure in the history of comics. He published an updated version of his autobiography "Batman and Me: The Saga Continues" shortly before his death in 1998. He got his start at the Eisner/Iger studio and was inducted into the Will Eisner Comic Book Hall of Fame.
Bob Kane cvr/art; classic hypodermic needle/bondage cover (1/40)
Highest GradedThe book's jarring cover inaugurates a tradition that has remained nearly undisturbed to the modern day, with the Caped Crusader as the featured star of this venerable title. This classic image captures all the gruesome drama and atmosphere beloved of year-one Batman and shows why the character quickly vaulted to the top of the collective consciousness of Golden Age comic readers. The horrific mood and tone of the inaugural Bat-tales give them a feel unlike anything that came after, directly inspiring the early-70s Adams revamp and the look of the blockbuster 1989 movie. The hero's booming popularity is evident not only in his cover appearance but by the bright-red banner assuring readers he would appear in every issue thereafter.The horrific tone of the inaugural Bat-tales give them a feel unlike anything that came after, directly inspiring the early-70's Adams revamp and the look of the blockbuster 1989 movie. The hero's popularity is evident not only in his cover appearance, but by the bright-red banner assuring readers he would appear in every issue thereafter. This incredible-looking copy has been professionally restored, and seemingly, traveled back in time to January, 1940. You will not find a finer example of this coveted book in the restored market.
Overstreet Guide 2017 NM- (9.2) value = $170,000.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
Artist Information
A celebrity comic artist of the Golden Age, co-created Batman and Robin with Bill Finger, as his brainchild became more in demand he hired an army of ghost artists to illustrate the dearth of Batman features on the market, but all were credited to Kane. His other achievements include the creation of Catwoman, Two-Face and cartoon character Courageous Cat. Kane was the object of some controversy for taking credit for the art and inspiration of others, but he was also undoubtedly an important figure in the history of comics. He published an updated version of his autobiography "Batman and Me: The Saga Continues" shortly before his death in 1998. He got his start at the Eisner/Iger studio and was inducted into the Will Eisner Comic Book Hall of Fame.