FANTASTIC FOUR (1961-96; 2003-12) #1
CGC FN+: 6.5
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Tuesday, 10/01/2024 8:43 PM
$33,350
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PUBLISHER: Marvel
COMMENTS: A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION
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Jack Kirby cvr/art; origin & 1st app. Fantastic Four; 1st Mole Man; the Marvel Age begins here (11/61) COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 10 (CBI)
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Jack Kirby cvr/art; origin & 1st app. Fantastic Four; 1st Mole Man; the Marvel Age begins here (11/61) COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 10 (CBI)
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A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION
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Jack Kirby cvr/art; origin & 1st app. Fantastic Four; 1st Mole Man; the Marvel Age begins here (11/61) COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 10 (CBI)
Fantastic Four #1 isn't just the first issue of a long-running comic. This book is also when Stan Lee and Jack Kirby secure the Silver Age of Comics and launch the Marvel Age of Storytelling. Their bold vision for the Fantastic Four would provide an unexpected depth to this tale of an experimental space flight gone wrong — leading to the first appearances of Mister Fantastic, the Thing, Human Torch, and Invisible Girl (along with the debut of the tragically evil Mole Man).
That complicated villain was just one of the many signs that Marvel was out to redefine superhero comics. The first issue of Fantastic Four was fully dedicated to a single story, including an origin establishing that the Fantastic Four didn't bother with secret identities. The generous page count also allowed for plenty of petty infighting amongst the team — who didn't even wear costumes, although Stan Lee would give in to public demand over that by the third issue.
Fantastic Four would also redefine the Marvel Comics Group — which was literally a set of comics that distributors sent to retailers. Marvel's monster books (including Tales to Astonish and Tales of Suspense) began selling as well as Fantastic Four once characters like Iron Man, Ant-Man, and Thor began to take over their pages.
The pop-culture passion for the Fantastic Four was recently renewed when Marvel Studios recovered the film rights to the company's first super team. There's already confirmation that Marvel Studios' Fantastic Four: First Steps will feature the Silver Surfer and Galactus. Fans also have high hopes of (finally) getting the Mole Man as a villain. It's also been confirmed that the Fantastic Four will join Dr. Doom in being part of both 2026's Avengers: Doomsday and 2027's Avengers: Secret Wars.____________________________________________________
This upper mid-grade copy of Fantastic Four #1 is a particularly handsome and clean example of one of the most important keys of the Silver Age. The iconic Jack Kirby cover illustration retains its visceral punch, presenting bold colors that contrast strongly with the muted background hues. This copy represents a great opportunity to own an ironclad investment book as Marvel Studios prepares to reclaim their First Family on the big screen in 2025.
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
ow pages
Jack Kirby cvr/art; origin & 1st app. Fantastic Four; 1st Mole Man; the Marvel Age begins here (11/61) COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 10 (CBI)
Fantastic Four #1 isn't just the first issue of a long-running comic. This book is also when Stan Lee and Jack Kirby secure the Silver Age of Comics and launch the Marvel Age of Storytelling. Their bold vision for the Fantastic Four would provide an unexpected depth to this tale of an experimental space flight gone wrong — leading to the first appearances of Mister Fantastic, the Thing, Human Torch, and Invisible Girl (along with the debut of the tragically evil Mole Man).
That complicated villain was just one of the many signs that Marvel was out to redefine superhero comics. The first issue of Fantastic Four was fully dedicated to a single story, including an origin establishing that the Fantastic Four didn't bother with secret identities. The generous page count also allowed for plenty of petty infighting amongst the team — who didn't even wear costumes, although Stan Lee would give in to public demand over that by the third issue.
Fantastic Four would also redefine the Marvel Comics Group — which was literally a set of comics that distributors sent to retailers. Marvel's monster books (including Tales to Astonish and Tales of Suspense) began selling as well as Fantastic Four once characters like Iron Man, Ant-Man, and Thor began to take over their pages.
The pop-culture passion for the Fantastic Four was recently renewed when Marvel Studios recovered the film rights to the company's first super team. There's already confirmation that Marvel Studios' Fantastic Four: First Steps will feature the Silver Surfer and Galactus. Fans also have high hopes of (finally) getting the Mole Man as a villain. It's also been confirmed that the Fantastic Four will join Dr. Doom in being part of both 2026's Avengers: Doomsday and 2027's Avengers: Secret Wars.____________________________________________________
This upper mid-grade copy of Fantastic Four #1 is a particularly handsome and clean example of one of the most important keys of the Silver Age. The iconic Jack Kirby cover illustration retains its visceral punch, presenting bold colors that contrast strongly with the muted background hues. This copy represents a great opportunity to own an ironclad investment book as Marvel Studios prepares to reclaim their First Family on the big screen in 2025.
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