TALES OF SUSPENSE (1959-68) #44
CGC NM/M: 9.8
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SOLD ON: Friday, 12/14/2018 1:59 PM
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PUBLISHER: Marvel
COMMENTS: ow/white pgs
Kirby Iron Man cover; Ditko art; vs. the Mad Pharoah; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 6 (CBI)
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Kirby Iron Man cover; Ditko art; vs. the Mad Pharoah; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 6 (CBI)
Highest Graded
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ow/white pgs
Kirby Iron Man cover; Ditko art; vs. the Mad Pharoah; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 6 (CBI)
Highest GradedJack Kirby was prolific in the Silver Age of Marvel, his famous drawing board must have been getting a real work out, but that didn't keep the King from pumping out one stunning cover after another. The cover to Tales of Suspense #44 is a real classic of the era, displaying Iron Man in all of his golden glory. As you may have been able to decipher, in this issue Iron Man travels back in time to rescue Cleopatra from the Mad Pharaoh, Hatap. During his ancient adventure Iron Man manages to battle a Roman legion, transform himself into a battering ram and become immortalized in the form of a hieroglyphic. The story inside is illustrated by the always dependable Don Heck, but the memorable Kirby cover image is worth the price of admission alone.
This 9.8 copy is in breathtaking condition, it is the the highest graded example on the census, and it is a pleasure to gaze upon. There are no visible markings of any kind on this cover, and the saturated hues are deep and fresh like they were printed yesterday. This book is a real stunner, and the classic Kirby cover design has never looked better.
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Artists Information
Jack Kirby is called 'The King of Comics' for a reason, during his career that spanned six decades he gave us many of the most iconic characters the medium would ever see. From his introduction of Captain America at the height of World War II it was clear he wasn't your ordinary comics artist. But it was his creative explosion at Marvel Comics in the 1960's that cemented his legacy, over a short period of time Kirby would give us The Fantastic Four, Iron Man, The Hulk, The X-Men, Thor, Ant-Man and Nick Fury just to name a few. Kirby would then go to DC and create his Fourth World, introducing Darkseid, Mister Miracle, The New Gods and a host of cosmic supporting players. Long live The King.
Don Heck was an American comics artist best known for co-creating the Marvel Comics characters Iron Man and the Wasp, and for his long run penciling The Avengers during the Silver Age.
Lawrence D. Lieber is an American comic book artist and writer best known as co-creator of the Marvel Comics superheroes Iron Man, Thor, and Ant-Man; for his long stint both writing and drawing the Marvel Western Rawhide Kid; and for illustrating the newspaper comic strip The Amazing Spider-Man from 1986 to September 2018. From 1974 to 1975, he was editor of Atlas/Seaboard Comics. Lieber is the younger brother of Marvel Comics' writer, editor, and publisher Stan Lee.
Kirby Iron Man cover; Ditko art; vs. the Mad Pharoah; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 6 (CBI)
Highest GradedJack Kirby was prolific in the Silver Age of Marvel, his famous drawing board must have been getting a real work out, but that didn't keep the King from pumping out one stunning cover after another. The cover to Tales of Suspense #44 is a real classic of the era, displaying Iron Man in all of his golden glory. As you may have been able to decipher, in this issue Iron Man travels back in time to rescue Cleopatra from the Mad Pharaoh, Hatap. During his ancient adventure Iron Man manages to battle a Roman legion, transform himself into a battering ram and become immortalized in the form of a hieroglyphic. The story inside is illustrated by the always dependable Don Heck, but the memorable Kirby cover image is worth the price of admission alone.
This 9.8 copy is in breathtaking condition, it is the the highest graded example on the census, and it is a pleasure to gaze upon. There are no visible markings of any kind on this cover, and the saturated hues are deep and fresh like they were printed yesterday. This book is a real stunner, and the classic Kirby cover design has never looked better.
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.
Artists Information
Jack Kirby is called 'The King of Comics' for a reason, during his career that spanned six decades he gave us many of the most iconic characters the medium would ever see. From his introduction of Captain America at the height of World War II it was clear he wasn't your ordinary comics artist. But it was his creative explosion at Marvel Comics in the 1960's that cemented his legacy, over a short period of time Kirby would give us The Fantastic Four, Iron Man, The Hulk, The X-Men, Thor, Ant-Man and Nick Fury just to name a few. Kirby would then go to DC and create his Fourth World, introducing Darkseid, Mister Miracle, The New Gods and a host of cosmic supporting players. Long live The King.
Don Heck was an American comics artist best known for co-creating the Marvel Comics characters Iron Man and the Wasp, and for his long run penciling The Avengers during the Silver Age.
Lawrence D. Lieber is an American comic book artist and writer best known as co-creator of the Marvel Comics superheroes Iron Man, Thor, and Ant-Man; for his long stint both writing and drawing the Marvel Western Rawhide Kid; and for illustrating the newspaper comic strip The Amazing Spider-Man from 1986 to September 2018. From 1974 to 1975, he was editor of Atlas/Seaboard Comics. Lieber is the younger brother of Marvel Comics' writer, editor, and publisher Stan Lee.