Six armed Spider-Man 102 splash Gil Kane 1971 Marvel greatness!!
Artists: Gil Kane (Penciller) , Frank Giacoia (Inker)
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DescriptionThis is a really special page for me. I bought this book off the stand, and Spider-Man in the #90s and 100s was a time of turmoil and great changes for the character. The 90s had the death of Capt. Stacey, then onto the great, code-less drug issues and the lead in to issue 100, which didn't let down those of us who followed the book... we'd see the death of The Green Goblin and Gwen Stacey soon enough...Here, Spider-Man grows four extra arms in his vain attempt to rid himself of his gift, and curse. At this same time the comics code loosened their ban on horror so Marvel introduced several horror characters including Morbius the Living Vampire... issue 102 was also one of a handful of .25 cent 52 pages issues that were wonderful but so short-lived, only one issue for each titles was produced. This particular issue was packed with Spider-Man/ Lizard/ Morbius action, and this chapter splash image of the six armed Spider-Man allying himself with the half dangerous Lizard and half sanity regaining Dr. Curt Connors was one that was seared into my brain forever. I'm glad Spider-Man had four extra arms here because I had to give up a few of mine to get this page from a certain Spider-Man fanatic. But sometimes you bite the bullet and do it. Artistically I think it's the best page in the book and better than the actual splash (notwithstanding the splash has Morbius). In any case this is the page I wanted. I think Kane is such a great comic artist and his work on Spider-Man in particular really had elegance, imagination and impact. And how trippy is a six armed Spider-Man carrying a Lizard over Manhattan?!! This is one of the best Spider-Man pages ever! It's a very welcome addition to my collection. Social/Sharing |
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Jeremy Radisich 
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 5/22/2018
Wow!! You're killing me! Great representation from an iconic story--love that you have such a personal connection to this issue also. Huge congrats...
E DLS
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 5/22/2018
I have such fond memories of these single month 52 pagers in between the jump from 15 to 20 cents on the cover price. I honestly believe it was to soften the blow of the price increase. LOL! With Spidey being my favorite character, issue 102 was an obvious favorite. Before discovering Neal Adams, Kane was my very first favorite comic book artist. This is a truly classic splash page. So jealous right now. Congratulations Rob!
Rob Pistella
Member Since 2005
Forum Moderator
Posted on 5/22/2018
E DLS wrote:
I have such fond memories of these single month 52 pagers in between the jump from 15 to 20 cents on the cover price. I honestly believe it was to soften the blow of the price increase. LOL! With Spidey being my favorite character, issue 102 was an obvious favorite. Before discovering Neal Adams, Kane was my very first favorite comic book artist. This is a truly classic splash page. So jealous right now. Congratulations Rob!
I agree with you, Eric!! And no surprise we both still love Adams... in fact Kane and Adam have a lot in common... unique point of view shots and a gritty and elegant realism... thanks for your comments!!
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 5/22/2018
The six arm Spidey is one of my all time favorite stories and visually it's spectacular. The action on this page is great. Gil Kane deserves more praise. Congrats on an outstanding piece of Spidey history.
Ron S
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 5/22/2018
Truly great page from a great time in the run. Congrats!!
Timothy Finney
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 5/23/2018
My mom wouldn't let me buy this book off the stands because... V V V Vampires (she first became a parent during the comic book scare era so...). She never worried about lizard men, though. Anyway, I am always thankful that the local barber had a copy in his reading pile, otherwise it would have been years before I found out how this thing ended. Also, wow!
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 5/23/2018
Holy moley, six-armed Spidey swinging along with the Lizard from ASM 102 from 1971 ?!? This is TRULY Marvel greatness! I am flabbergasted and incredbile jealous. Major major congrats!
Carlo M
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 5/23/2018
Not a big Spider-Man fan, but this is jaw-dropping. The characters are literlly jumping off the page! Better than many covers!
Glynn Crain
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 5/23/2018
Love it,what a fantastic pick-up from a wonderful era! Not to mention an iconic storyline!
Joe Murray
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 5/23/2018
Wow, that's just stunning, Kane was killin' it, big congrats!!
Gene Park
Member Since 2004
2 - Posted on 5/23/2018
Wow! Congrats on acquiring this special piece of your childhood!
alessandro gentili
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 5/24/2018
Great splash! Thanks for sharing this nostalgic grail.
Marc Pecorella
Member Since 2007
Posted on 5/24/2018
Rob, your collection and taste are second to none...congrats on this beauty!
Lee Benaka
Member Since 2004
Posted on 5/24/2018
This book, reprinted as a Marvel Treasury Edition, made a big impact on me too. This splash is breathtaking. The inks by Giacoia on this issue are supberb. Big congrats Rob!
J. Hiroshi Morisaki
Member Since 2005
Posted on 6/2/2018
Holy Pete-! I am just floored by this... What a glorious page!
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
Posted on 6/3/2018
An epic acquisition, Rob - way to go for it! Looks great in your already amazing gallery.
Dietmar Krueger
Member Since 2010
Posted on 6/16/2018
This page is also a great nostalgic memory for me. Thanks for sharing!!!
Michael Kenyon
Member Since 2008
Posted on 6/26/2018
Jeepers creepers what an enormous majestic splash. Love your enthusiastic write up. Nobody puts this baby in the corner. That's for damn sure.
Jeremy Radisich
Member Since 2004
Posted on 11/30/2018
One of Kane’s most iconic Spidey interior pages—maybe one of Kane’s most iconic interior pages, period. Love the weirdness of this story and image, its historical significance in the Spidey mythos, and the craftsmanship represented in the page. Perfect example of Kane’s dynamic approach to composition and anatomy. Huge congrats!
Earl Hamilton
Member Since 2009
Posted on 12/21/2018
this is magnificent my friend! When I read these issues my mind was blown and seeing that you actually own this splash that was etched into my mind .. not to mention transferred to my “silly putty!” But I digress! Huge congrats my friend!
Stefan H
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/1/2019
Memories.... the second Spider-Man comic book I've read as a kid (right after "the Death of Captain Stacy"). And what a magnificent page You've got, congratulations!
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