Vampire Tales #5 Story Page 6 Original Art (Marvel, 1974)

Artists: Rich Buckler (Penciller) , Ernie Chan (Inker)

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Vampire Tales #5 Story Page 6 Original Art (Marvel, 1974) Comic Art

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Artwork Details

Title:	Vampire Tales #5 Story Page 6 Original Art (Marvel, 1974)
Artist:	Rich Buckler (Penciller)
Artist:	Ernie Chan (Inker)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Interior Page
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	46
Likes on CAF:	2 3
Comments:	2
Added to Site:	8/6/2025
Comic Art Archive:	Vampire Tales Issue: 5 Page: 6 View

Description

This dynamic page from Vampire Tales #5 showcases the powerful collaboration between two Bronze Age greats: Rich Buckler, known for his dramatic storytelling and superhero anatomy, and Ernie Chan, whose bold inks and heavy shadows helped define the era�s horror aesthetic.

The page features Morbius the Living Vampire in a brooding monologue alongside Amanda, pursued by undead foes. Buckler�s strong sense of layout and expressive figure work is brought to life through Chan�s inky textures, deep shadows, and dramatic feathering. The top splash panel alone delivers a stunning portrait of Morbius, while the sequential action that follows is filled with tension and grit.

Notable elements include:
- A striking headshot of Morbius rendered with gothic flair
- Heavy brushwork and ink wash effects that enhance the horror mood
- Editorial note at the top (�Morbius� chin should be more pointed!�), offering a glimpse into the production process

A stellar example of 1970s Marvel magazine storytelling�part superhero, part horror, all style.

Medium: Ink on board
Size: Standard Marvel magazine artboard (approx. 11� � 17�)
Signed: �Rich Buckler� in pencil at bottom; �ERNIE� notated in margin
Characters: Morbius, Amanda

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Steven Dilworth
Member Since 2012

1 - Posted on 8/6/2025

Fabulous Rich Buckler page. Congrats on owning this one.

Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 8/7/2025

Beautiful page with the magazine look where it's all meant to stand out as we see it here. Buckler's layout makes it feel so operatic while Chan deepens everything that would make sure it would show up in the printing process.

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