Kane/Palmer--Tomb of Dracula #9 Cover (1973)
Artists: Gil Kane (Penciller) , Tom Palmer (Inker)
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DescriptionHere’s a Bronze Age classic--The Tomb of Dracula #9--penciled by the legendary Gil Kane and inked by the incomparable Tom Palmer. It has all the classic Bronze Age elements that we fans love, from the dramatic staging to the over-the-top word balloons to the incredibly detailed backgrounds. This one, as they say, has it all. First, you’ve got Count Dracula himself, interrupted during his nightly repast by a group of Vampire Hunters armed with a deadly Fire-Cross! Kane really outdid himself here. The Count, clearly enraged by the interruption, holds up his arm to block the God-ray from the cross, which hits him square in the chest, literally causing him to smolder! “There is no escape, Count Dracula, Even you cannot stand before the Fire-Cross!” the Vampire Hunter says. You gotta love the confident way the Vampire Hunter announces the Count’s imminent demise. And check out all the intricate detail—Bronze Age covers really give you your money’s worth in detail. Notice the extensive detailing, from the clothing of the Count and his victim to their anguished expressions. Plus, you’ve got a whole stone cellar, lined with tons of bricks (For those of you into bricks), all painstakingly finished in multiple inking techniques. Tom Palmer’s powerful brushwork really brings Kane’s pencils to life. It’s just a classic Bronze Age cover from two of the masters of the comic medium.Social/Sharing |
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West Stephan
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Another museum quality piece added to your amazing collection!
Peter Sullivan 
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Well, that guy is lying. Dracula escaped the fire cross. Wish I had something thisnice by that fantastic art team.
F M
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Kane could really do it all and produced some exceptional horror covers for Marvel, including this one.
And Palmer brought an homogeneity between the cover and the (Colan) content here. Those vampire hunters really look like they could have been drawn by Gene.
E DLS
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
One of the greatest cover artists of all time and a personal favorite. As a kid, the very first artist whose art I could spot without looking at the name. Magnificent piece!
Yo Kuri
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
The brilliance of Kane's layout is enhanced by the refinement and rhythm of Palmer's flowing inks. What a wonderful combination!
Frank Lanza
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Absolutely wonderful and just chock full of drama. Doesn't get much better than this!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Pure vintage awesomeness! And just a classic vampire image, let alone featuring the Count himself. Awesome mix of a splash with storytelling, and the pure illustration is of course tops! Congrats!
John Espinoza
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
I need both a fantastic TOD cover by Kane just like this one and a "nightly repast" like Drac's in my life!
Steve N. Comic/Fantasy Art
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Truly everything you want right here!
M L
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Museum quality indeed. Bricks. Lady. Neck! I'm on fire!!!! Congrats Bill!
Malvin V
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Wow! This is before my time (in terms of my collecting interest) but this looks awesome!
Will K
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Gil Kane, as usual, provides a great composition. But from what I've seen of the title, Tom Palmer's influence on this cover and his inks through the entire series really held the whole thing together.
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
This has always been one of my favourite covers of the run. As you say, Bill, this one has it all! When it comes to Dracula, setting the scene somewhere either inside or outside in front of a castle is a must in order for it to feel truly complete to me. Having him shot from so up close yet still showing around 75% of his body is fantastic. That he's running from vampire killers with a damsel in distress in tow just serves to heighten the tension and excitement. A brilliant piece. I doff my cap to you, sir.
Amir E
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
The perfect ToD cover. Well done Bill and thanks so much for sharing!
J H
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
The Fire Cross! Why does it burn so? Oh, right...Man, two killer covers in a row. This is excellent Kane/Palmer work. Crazy amount of detail. An excellent find. Huge congrats!
Michael Weigant
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
The Drama is just heart pounding on this cover ! Another super piece bill,congrats !
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Isn't that always the way? You're trying to enjoy a nice dinner, and someone always has to ruin it by aiming a fire cross right at your heart. Another absolutely fantastic addition to your collection!! Congrats, Bill!!
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
A classic that shows how Gil Kane's covers during the 70's were highly dynamic and presented in the most tension filled manner. The fear of the lady is even greater than what is shown on Dracula's face! Very confident Palmer flowing inks throughout. He leaves the lady's right elbow open and Drac's left side of his cloak open as the image is that strong within the entire composition.
James S
Member Since 2017
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Don't you hate it when religious fanatics ruin some quality one-on-one time with your girl?
Jimmy Cawley
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
It may be bronze age, but this is pure gold. Enjoy!
Al Simpleton
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Ultra-classic composition, but so well-executed! Kane and Palmer created an instant masterpiece!
Kirk Dilbeck (3-Wishes and Patron-of-art)
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Fist time seeing this- great stuf!!!
Michael McIsaac
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
When it came to cover design, Gil Kane was in a league of his own. This is amazing to see!
Johnny M
Member Since 2014
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
I was just thinking about the cover for this issue and wondered if the original existed!! Very cool to see it here. Congrats!!!
Ken Martin
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Another fabulous addition to you collection Bill!
Bill C
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
When you say this one has it all, it also is a great example of the supernatural element in so many comics in that early 70's era (although obviously you could say that about this run in general). Anyway, there's a reason Kane was a top Marvel cover guy for a while. Congrats on this cover!
Wolvie Fan
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Nothing but winners in your gallery. Gorgeous cover!
Canada Jones
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Great piece of art by Kane and Palmer here!!!
Red Raven
Member Since 2012
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
Excellent cover by the great masters / congratulations !!!
kent mansley
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
I love these covers not just for the art, but also for the seamless integration of all the graphic and typographic elements too. Everything is designed so well. A beautiful piece of comic art! Huge congrats!
Davide G.
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
The work on hands and expressions is just masterful! Outstanding Drac cover!
Michael One Minute Later
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
Super cover - Bronze Age Marvel screams Gil Kane to me and this is a perfect example. Well done!
Vit Budin
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
Never read this one, but it doesn`t change a bit that is it outstanding piece !
Joe Murray
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
Kane & Palmer were such a visual treat every time, and no better than here, congrats!!
Romain Verlier
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
Wow beautiful beautiful beautiful cover!!! Congrats again!!!
A K
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
This is one of my favorite covers by Kane and it's amzing that you now own it. It's a perfect meld of Kane's and Palmer's respective skillsets. And the cover images just grab you. What a great piece to get. Congratulations!
Neon Dragon
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
Wow, an unholy grail horror masterpiece!!!! Speechless!!!!!
John Bamber
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
Magnificent! I'm in love with Tomb of Dracula and this cover really is a beauty. Thanks for sharing
Sylvain R
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
Kane really had the golden touch here and Palmer is just a killer. Stunning cover!
Dave W
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 5/13/2022
Great Drac Kane cover - a perfect example! Congrats, thanks for sharing!
Magnus X
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 5/15/2022
Congratulations Bill, this is a Great cover by Kane. Next year this cover will be 50 years old..!
David Askani’Son
Member Since 2012
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 5/15/2022
Absolutely Gorgeous, I love everything you post lol. Congrats on adding another rare gem to your amazing collection bud!
Sean Clarke
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 5/18/2022
Gil's dramatic staging, combined with Tom's masterful pen and brushwork make for an unbeatable comibination.
Michael Kirton
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 5/20/2022
Incredible sense of atmosphere I can practically smell the cellar. Congrats!
gene o
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 6/2/2022
Look at that perspective, and use of shadow! YES!!!!!!!!!!!!
Peter Venkman
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 6/7/2022
It does not get more epic than that, another impressive score, congrats !
COL (Ret) Churchill
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 6/19/2022
There is not much that I can add to the 70 comments already posted for this incredible cover. However, I can add this - this is the type of cover layout and positioning that screamed buy me off the early 1970s comic rack for which Marvel artists were so great at creating. Another great add to your collection!
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