Marvel Fanfare #16 Title Splash Page 1 Sub-Mariner / Namor Original Art (Marvel, 1984).
Artist: Mike Mignola (All)
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DescriptionA historic original by Mike Mignola, showcasing the sovereign of Atlantis himself — Namor the Sub-Mariner, also affectionately known as Subby.This title splash page from Marvel Fanfare #16 (1984) is of particular significance: it marks the very first time Mignola illustrated Namor for Marvel, in the short story “A Fable” written by Bill Mantlo. As the opening to that tale, it carries exceptional weight — the genesis of Mignola’s artistic journey with one of Marvel’s oldest and most complex heroes. Every line here radiates mastery: the bold composition, the commanding inks, the powerful title work — all uniting to honor the majesty of the Sub-Mariner. Mignola’s style, already distinctive and maturing toward its legendary form, makes this piece a landmark in comic book history. In my eyes, this is Mignola at the height of his early brilliance — a piece that captures both the timeless allure of Namor and the rising genius of an artist who would go on to redefine the medium. Social/Sharing |
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Jason Versaggi
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 10/14/2018
Love Mignola Marvel work! Awesome buddy! Bravo!
Matthias .
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 10/15/2018
Great page! Missed it on CL as well and obviously also right after that......
Jeremy Radisich 
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 10/15/2018
Love how ornate this page is—Mignola clearly was out to impress. Gorgeous!
Davide G.
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 10/15/2018
The framed title alone is worth the price of admission. Congrats on this terrific addition!
Dino Mauricio
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 10/15/2018
Congrats on this awesome early Mignola showcase piece! It was a pleasure dealing with you as well Olivier!
bob fish
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 10/15/2018
Bravo Olivier pour avoir réussi à sortir cette merveille de chez Dino :-)
E DLS
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 10/15/2018
Such a beautifully designed title splash. From all the ornamentation of the title, to the scroll credits. Mignola was definitely out to make a statement with this page. Congratulations my friend. At last you have your beloved Subby!
Kirk Dilbeck (3-Wishes and Patron-of-art)
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 10/15/2018
YES!!!!! You got it! This is were this belongs- congrats Buddy!
Bill J
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 10/19/2018
Wow! I love everything about this splash--The hand-lettering, the moody background, the exaggerated perspective of Namor swimming towards the reader! Just a fabulous example of Mike Mignola's early work! Congrats!
John C
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 10/21/2018
Butterfly on the open ocean. That's some strong deltoids.
Mark Levy
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 4/19/2020
I need to get a copy of this book now, awesome splash!
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 1/10/2023
This is beautiful Olivier! Congratulations!
NEBUR ADLAN
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 4/29/2023
Amazing Mignola Sub ! When Mike was doing a fantastic work !
Can see some Vess reminiscences maybe...?
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