Following the golden age of comic books and an interregnum in the early to mid1950s, the silver age is considered to cover the period from 1956 to circa 1970, and was succeeded by the bronze and modern ages. The most collectible comics from the golden age are always issue number one of a title. Dale roberts comics buys and sells comic books from the 1930s current. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The result was lees creation, along with artist jack kirby, of marvels premier. The second generation of comic book artists, takes an inside look at the artists who created the modern comic book. George is a long time highend comic collector who has owned some of the finest books ever seen in the uk. And as always, i hope you love comics as much as we do. The silver age of comic book art archway publishing.
Posted by d422 under the 100 greatest silver age comic book covers of all time. Avengers, buscema, john buscema, marvel, silver age marvel, the avengers, vision leave a comment. The history of silver age comic books cosmic comics. Top rated lists for krakoa 151 items super random amazing list 35 items barbarians and warlords 180 items krakoas hall of fame 74 items my. Silver age 195669 by the mid1950s, the comic book industry was imperiled. Most popular silver age comic books these are the most actively sold comic books in the marketplace graded by cgc. In short, if you have any interest in comic book art and the artists that drew them, this is the book for you. The silver age of comic book art by arlen schumer posts. This first volume in pss silver age classics sets out to reprint the whole run, all 16 issues, the way it should be done.
Would you be surprised to know that ebay stocks plenty of platinum age and silver age comics. Bound volumes trade paperbacks hardcover books other comic related books comic posters comic magazines. Cover art by jack kirby penciller and unconfirmed inker. Check out our 60s comics selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our. So, the great artists of the silver age of comics include jack kirby and neal adams. Vintage 1960s marvel silver age the silver surfer vol 1 no 3 comic vol. The 100 most influential pages in comic book history. This sumptuous book is visually rich, informative and insightful, brimming with beauty. The silver age of comic book art is a 196page, 9x fullcolor hardcover book and. We offer modern, bronze age, silver age, and golden age comics. This book is filled to bursting with gorgeous art from the 1960s. Comic books were not as lucrative as some jobs in advertising, magazine publishing, newspaper strips, and fine art.
Get the best deals on spiderman marvel silver age comics. The silver age of comic books was a period of artistic advancement and widespread commercial success in mainstream american comic books, predominantly those featuring the superhero archetype. The demarcation is not clearly defined, but there are a number of possibilities. So imagine that kind of appreciation i 4 years for a fifteen cent comic. The 100 greatest silver age comic book covers of all time. Murphy anderson helped define the look of the silver age at dc the way joe sinnott did at marvel. These are the years when comics were considered a new and exciting form of art. Walt disneys sketchbook of snow white and the seven dwarfs collector.
Vincent bernard the silver age of comic book art is a beautiful, brilliant work of love and true passion. There would never again be the heyday of the golden age but the now well underway silver age was allowing more and more comics to be published. Some strict collectors consider the era finished by 1950. So a comic book might have an initial print run of 250,000. Any posts about jack kirbys or neal adams silver age. Up until the time this comic was published, that artist didnt exist. Just take a look at those coversclassic, gorgeous ditko. Arlen schumer is an awardwinning comic book style illustrator for the advertising and editorial markets, and a member of the society of illustrators. The amazing stylistic history of comic books 99designs. A very surreal sixties cover, with everything going for it, including steranko doing a very fine job of showing raw emotion of fear and rage, which up until. Note that this is the period that spawned the adam west batman series and the superman broadway musical, and no, this is not a coincidence. Following the golden age of comic books and an interregnum in the early to mid1950s, the silver age is considered to cover the period from 1956 to circa 1970, and was. Before anyone cries outrage at why george perez and walt simonson are not on this list, despite continuing to produce amazing work, please remember that were just talking about seminal works from the last 25 years. This black comic book frame turns your timeless comics into a piece of art.
Kirby and sinnott are entering their prime period here. An intriguing story of boston brand, a murdered trapeze artist, who continues his. Silver age dc marvel 2440 charlton dell and gold key other bronze age to present dc marvel other big little books fanzines comic art comic book art comic strip art comic hardbacks, paperbacks, etc. Power rankings for all marvel comics published during the 1960s.
A lovingly crafted tribute to the superhero comic of the 1960s, the silver age of comic book art recaptures the fourcolor visionary surge of the era, its jet age psychedelic rush of imagination and the titanic, luminous. Ive never been a fan of his inking on other artists, but left to his own devices. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age. They were all untested books, and the publishers were not inclined to do a big print run for fear of having them returned. How did speculators obtain multiple copies of comics in. Of the many great titles produced by marvel during the 60s, which deserves to be top of the rankings.
Based on dozens of interviews, this book carefully shows the development of the art of comic book storytelling from its roots in comic strips and the first generation of comic book artists in the golden age. The art and writing of arlen schumer arlen schumer. The companys comic book division folded in 1973, although dell continued to publish the occasional book with comics content, including newspaper strip collections. By the mid1950s, the comicbook industry was imperiled. Superheroes were passe, except for the man of steel, a media star thanks to the adventures of superman 195357, a syndicated program appearing on the medium that had robbed comics of much of its audience. After two careers, first as a comic artist, then as a designer and storyboard artist, wildey returned to the industry in the early 80s with rio, a beautiful, naturalistic series with some of the most. Welcome to the silver age of comic book art facebook group, a forum for discussing all things silver age circa 19561970. Here are ten marvelous comic book artists through the years, whove never failed to make sheer magic appear at the flick of their wrists.
The silver age of comic book art highlights the careers of eight acknowledged hall of fame artists who drew definitive versions of the industrys greatest characters, while often setting trends in the look of comic book art itself. I could see an ad like this being printed in the 30s or 40s, but i cant believe its from the 60s. Jan 15, 2009 the 100 greatest silver age comic book covers of all time. Dc comics sparked the superhero revival with its publications from 1955 to 1960. The silver age lasted from 1956 note to about 1972 although some people count everything up until 1985 as part of it, folding in the the bronze age of comic books. Some of the greatest comic book artists of their generation, who created some of their greatest work during the silver age of comics circa 19561970. Starting off with silver age marvel, george has worked his way back to the golden age megakeys. Marvel comic books marvel characters comic books art comic art book characters x men silver age comics book cover art comic book covers back to title selection. Oct 02, 2010 top 100 covers of the bronze age 19711985 by krakoa october 2, 2010 6 comments the bronze age was a period of transition when comics were bringing in money. When you are browsing the racks at your local comic book store and happen upon silver age comic books for sale, you may wonder just what it is that makes them silver. It follows the silver age of comic books, and is followed by the modern age of comic books. See more ideas about comics, robert crumb and alternative comics.
As you read the introduction by arlen schumer it is easy to see he really does have a true love for this medium. An unusual book for dc, even an time when comics were full of romance, war, and funny animals. Centering mostly on reproductions of covers, interior art, merchandising, pop culture, and of course thr batman tv show, this book is a wonderful trip down memory lane. Want to take a trip down memory lane, lets take a look at some great comics and see what we find on this episode of comic. Dec 04, 2012 and while artists may come and go, and constantly reinvent our beloved comic icons, the artwork has always been a source of inspiration. This comic price guide tells you the current values. The silver age of comic book art public group facebook. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age 1992date modern age top 60 most valuable comic books. They not only drew definitive versions of the mediums greatest characters, but set trends in the art of comic book.
The silver age 19601970 marks the second chapter in the folio societys collaboration with marvel comics. The apotheosis of the early 60s dc comics technohero. May 30, 2017 today, lets talk about the silver age. Often artists would draw the entire story and the writer would fill in dialogue. But, arguably, his style of action that pops and crazy. From golden age classics to silver age stalwarts and on to some modern day surprises, we have it all even an artist who never drew a superman.
Comics from the 60s growing in popularity, value news daily. Based on dozens of interviews, this book carefully ch paperback. This comic book starts what is now called the platinum age of comics. The 1960s was a time of significant growth in the comics industry. Daredevil 1969 marvel silver age j origin of daredevil battlin jack murdock marvel comics superheroes. The silver age of comics lecture at special edition nyc. Using our browsing and filtering tools, you can find your favorite classic characters from mickey mouse to richie rich, so theres no need to look through multiple comic book stores to find exactly what you want. Thor actually improves as he ages, advancing from the i better reach my cane in 60 seconds. Spanning approximately 1956 to 1970, the silver age defined the public perception of comics for decades and is arguably the industrys greatest era though personally, i think you can make a strong case for today. Comics took their inspiration from art movements of the past, most notably surrealism, to illustrate the strange worlds in which.
Gil kane april 6, 1926 january 31, 2000, born eli katz, was a comic book artist whose career. Join comic book historian arlen schumer the silver age of comic book art. Dell became part of bantam doubleday dell in 1988, ceasing to exist as an independent company. Jul 21, 2017 thank you all for visiting and stay tuned for the last 50 comics of my top 100 most wanted comics list which include tons of golden and silver age books. Though he began his career laboring as a penciller and inker during the 1940s, gil kane came into his own as a legendary artist and creator in the late 50s at the dawn of the silver age of comics. Top 100 covers of the bronze age 19711985 comic vine. If youre looking for a hard to find back issue, we probably have it.
Silver age comic books those published between about 1956 and 1970 are skyrocketing in popularity and rising in value among collectors. By the bronze age, marie had moved up to head of the colouring department and several people doing the colouring such as glynis wein, stan and petra goldberg, david and andrea hunt, mimi gold, george roussos, linda lessman. The silver age 19561970 was one of the most popular and influential eras in comic book history for creators and readers alike. He told me of a collector who was so smitten with the. But jack kirby started in the golden age as a teenager. Your comic is neatly displayed centered in a mat border.
All the dc and marvel characters are done by masters of the art form. Shockingly racist back cover ad from the 60s silver age. Silver age the second generation of comic book artists. He got his first professional work at the age of 16, drawing the title story in the first issue of hulk weekly for marvel uk.
This book takes an inside look at the artists who created the silver age of comics. A tribute to comic book back cover advertisements panjo. Comprised of full page splashes, some of best comic book talents of the period are represented. Tracing the evolution of comic books by looking at the pictures, panels, and text that brought them to. We pay more than anybody on earth for vintage spiderman art from the 1960s. To celebrate the last 25 years in comics, were looking back at the greatest comic book artists from the last quarter century. Paul levitz turns his archivist eye to the silver age of dc, beginning in the mid 1950s to 1970. It is an ideal companion and guide to the silver age for novices and cognoscenti alike.
The silver age of comic books was followed by the bronze age. Get the best deals on silver age spiderman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. The 60s saw the first major comic book conventions start up and gain popularity. Many editors, writers, pencillers and inkers participated in this revival. Dividing his time between dc and marvel, kane helped revitalize several series including the atom, plastic man and, most notably, green lantern. We maintain a wide selection of golden age, silver age, and bronze age comics and collectibles. Unfortunately, marvels silver age doesnt hold many surprises. We did our best to bring you only the best comic book artists you should know. Iron man comic book price guide another of the marvel age of comic book characters, iron man played in the superhero movies by robert downey jr. Top rated lists for krakoa 151 items super random amazing list 35 items barbarians and warlords 180 items krakoas hall of fame 74 items my favorite characters 150 items top 150 covers of the. Wallys work over various marvel and dc artists of the 60s, such as gil kane. Spiderman 2099 second edition1st printing 200 mint condition frank millers ronin book 6. The current list of the most valuable silver age comics. The 10 greatest comic book artists of all time creative bloq.
The 25 greatest comic book artists from the last 25 years. Below are the most valuable comic books published since 1992. As might be expected key comic books from this period now demand some very high prices indeed, the first appearances of some of these major comic book characters have become the holy grail for comic book collectors worldwide, below you will find a list of just some of the valuable comics of the silver age, they are not in any particular order as prices paid can vary as condition of a comic. What happened to key golden age artists as the silver age. The golden age describes an era in the creation of comic books published between the years of 1938 and 1955. Oct 12, 2015 the silver age of dc comics chronicles it all, right down to the wacky shenanigans of televisions batman, which made him the embodiment for the camp sensibility of the 60s and further immortalized the dark knight as a pop culture icon for generations to come. Are silver age comic book artists far better than the. Apr 26, 2017 because i am a fan of these back covers, i want to highlight a few examples of some of my favorite comic book back covers of the silver age, and help show just how interesting these advertisements. The bronze age of comic books is an informal name for a period in the history of american superhero comic books usually said to run from 1970 to 1984. A descriptive listing and ranking of the 20 greatest american comic book inkers. Artistscomic book coverscomic book characterscomic character silver age. Enjoy this awesomeness and disregard the order in which these artists are listed.
If we dont, add it to your want list and well notify you when its in stock. Plus a new exclusive interview with green lanternbatman artist neal adams. Spiderman marvel silver age comics 19561969 for sale. Historian will jacobs suggests the silver age ended in april 1970 when the man who had started it, julius schwartz, handed over green lantern starring one of the first revived heroes of the era to the newguard team of denny oneil and neal. Our specialty is 60s and 70s comics, but we have thousands of back issue comics from other decades as well, golden age and bronze age. In the silver age, when colourists were uncredited, marvels colourist was apparently mostly marie severin.
Iron man comic book collection marvel comics silver age. Oct 17, 2019 we have comic books to share from the 60 s 70s 80s 90s and beyond. Marie severian was a talented artist,whose pencilling on dr. In 1899 a funny folks comic book came out, taking a close first stab at a format for many platinum age comic books. Over 30 revolutionary super heroes await you, including spiderman, the avengers and doctor strange. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. It began with the revival of the flash by dc, and the silver age ran to the end of the 1960s, when marvel had become the predominant publisher but dc was still in there with some wonderful books, including a new generation of artists emerging, such as neal adams. Hello and welcome to the largest original art website in the world devoted to the sale, trading, and purchasing of golden age, silver age, bronze age, and current era comic book art from the 1930spresent.
Doug wildey is known to a generation of fans as the man who designed johnny quest for television, but his comic book accomplishments are as a western artist par excellence. The marvel universe just wasnt that big yet in the 60s. The silver age of comic books useful notes tv tropes. Marvel unlimited 1960s silver surfer reading order. The silver age of comic books was a period of artistic advancement and commercial success in mainstream american comic books, predominantly in the superhero genre, that lasted roughly from 1956 to the late 1960searly 1970s.
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