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DescriptionI was fortunate enough to acquire this rare Large Art Nick Cardy cover and the only one of two Large Art Aquaman covers known to exist -- iconic image that's been used time and time again (X-Men #137 and Brave & Bold #84 immediately come to mind). When it comes to the Silver Age I'm more of a Marvel collector/reader but was blown away by the beauty of this work --and not often you get an image that has all the main characters from the title (Arthur, Mera, Aqualad, Tusky and even the dying, drying ocean) in one place!Social/Sharing |
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Mark Yanko
Member Since 2009
Posted on 8/6/2013
Oh...My...God. CAF Addition Of The Year, for my money. Congrats, Will!
Will Gabri-El 
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Mark Yanko wrote:
Oh...My...God. CAF Addition Of The Year, for my money. Congrats, Will!Thanks Mark, yeah pretty amazing work by Nick !
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
LB Jefferies wrote:
B O O MPretty much bowled me over too, thanks Simon !
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Earl Hamilton wrote:
GRAIL!! WOW!!I don't throw the term around much but this might just fit, thanks my friend !
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Eelco V wrote:
Wow Will! That is just beautiful!Thanks Eelco...Nick's usage of line weight is masterful !
Will K
Member Since 2006
Posted on 8/6/2013
One of my favorites of Nick's Aquaman covers. Beautiful in black and white. But the colors really made the cover.
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Will K wrote:
One of my favorites of Nick's Aquaman covers. Beautiful in black and white. But the colors really made the cover.Thanks Will...the coloring was magnificent but I submit the cover looks more dramatic in black & white...you can see all the subtle brushwork !
Michael Kenyon
Member Since 2008
Posted on 8/6/2013
Cover of the year!!! When you think of all the great covers that debuted in 1968 this Cardy masterpiece clearly shines among the stars.
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Michael Kenyon wrote:
Cover of the year!!! When you think of all the great covers that debuted in 1968 this Cardy masterpiece clearly shines among the stars.Thanks Michael, it is a beaut indeed !
Robert Altamura
Member Since 2006
Posted on 8/6/2013
Wow. Do not remember this, but you can just sense his pain. Terrific.
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Robert Altamura wrote:
Wow. Do not remember this, but you can just sense his pain. Terrific.It was just a bit before my time but I've always been drawn to the 60's...thanks Robert !
Glen Brunswick
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Man, that's a beauty! Hard to believe I let that one go. How'd you manage to sweet talk me on that one? Congrats Will!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Glen Brunswick wrote:
Man, that's a beauty! Hard to believe I let that one go. How'd you manage to sweet talk me on that one? Congrats Will!Just good timing and the gift of Gab...ok bad pun...but thanks again buddy !
Terry Doyle
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Great cover. DC yielded some standout images, and this one's up there with the best of them!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Terry Doyle wrote:
Great cover. DC yielded some standout images, and this one's up there with the best of them!Thanks Terry, I think DC yielded fewer than Marvel but yes, this one does stand out !
Frank L
Member Since 2008
Posted on 8/6/2013
The ink work on this piece is solid. Great image and layout. If you don't mind me asking, do you think you will have this restored? I ask cause of the yellowing from the glue. Great score!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Frank L wrote:
The ink work on this piece is solid. Great image and layout. If you don't mind me asking, do you think you will have this restored? I ask cause of the yellowing from the glue. Great score!Thanks Frank, I have to agree with you --very, very solid all around. I wouldn't bother having this restored, the camera picks up more yellowing than the naked eye, it looks great in person!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Ron S wrote:
Excellent! Thanks for sharing.My pleasure Ron and thank-you!
Paresh Modi
Member Since 2006
Posted on 8/6/2013
WOW!!! Congrats on acquiring a stupendous Cardy masterpiece.
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Paresh Modi wrote:
WOW!!! Congrats on acquiring a stupendous Cardy masterpiece.Thanks Paresh, having seen many Cardy pieces I have to agree this is a masterpiece among some greats :O)
Mike W
Member Since 2007
Posted on 8/6/2013
A beautiful piece indeed, my friend!!! Huge congrats on the acquisition!!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Mike W wrote:
A beautiful piece indeed, my friend!!! Huge congrats on the acquisition!!Much thanks Mike !
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
David Mandel wrote:
really great! Congrats!Thanks Dave, have to agree :O)
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Foggy Bottom wrote:
That's Baller.Atlanteans know how to ball...thanks Foggy !
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Lloyd White wrote:
Truly magnificent--love the detail of the piece!Thanks Lloyd, I do as well, finding a new detail each time !
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
I D wrote:
Outstanding Will! Love the inks on this beauty.Thanks I D, agree they are quite striking to the eyes !
Timothy Finney
Member Since 2006
Posted on 8/6/2013
It's not just a great Cardy cover, but one of the great covers of the Silver Age.
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/6/2013
Timothy Finney wrote:
It's not just a great Cardy cover, but one of the great covers of the Silver Age.Thanks Timothy, I'm a bit biased but won't disagree with you :O)
Michael Mikulovsky
Member Since 2009
Posted on 8/6/2013
Holy Moley! Like u Will I grew up mainly a Marvel guy. But do love some DC from the 60's early 70's mainly. Nick Cardy was the Romita of DC in my opion. Huge congrads!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
Michael Mikulovsky wrote:
Holy Moley! Like u Will I grew up mainly a Marvel guy. But do love some DC from the 60's early 70's mainly. Nick Cardy was the Romita of DC in my opion. Huge congrads!Good comparison between Romita & Cardy, Mike, I agree --thanks !
Ray Cuthbert
Member Since 2003
Posted on 8/7/2013
My all-time favourite Nick Cardy cover -- for any title in his entire career! Congratulations!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
Ray Cuthbert wrote:
My all-time favourite Nick Cardy cover -- for any title in his entire career! Congratulations!Thanks Ray, that's high praise considering how many great covers Nick rendered !
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
Chris K. wrote:
Stunning. Just beautiful.Thank-you, I must agree ;O)
Cyrus Voris
Member Since 2009
Posted on 8/7/2013
This is one of the only AQUAMAN comics I own... and all because of this astounding cover. I'd go out on a limb and say it's one of Cardy's 2 or 3 best EVER! (along with the Batman & The Bat Squad BRAVE AND THE BOLD cover) Nice Get, Will!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
Cyrus Voris wrote:
This is one of the only AQUAMAN comics I own... and all because of this astounding cover. I'd go out on a limb and say it's one of Cardy's 2 or 3 best EVER! (along with the Batman & The Bat Squad BRAVE AND THE BOLD cover) Nice Get, Will!Cy, you don't have to go very far out on that limb bud, have to agree -- thanks for the kind words !
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
TIM TOWNSEND wrote:
That's a stunner. Congrats', buddy!Thanks bro, it's a great image plus was aiming to stun you ;O)
TIM TOWNSEND
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
Will Gabri-El wrote:
Thanks bro, it's a great image plus was aiming to stun you ;O)Then your work here is done. :)
Steve Gumm
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
Being mostly a Marvel guy, I have to say I'm not too fimilar with Cardy's work. But after seeing this masterpiece, I'm going to have to search his work out. Congrats Will, that is a definitely wall hanger!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
Steve Gumm wrote:
Being mostly a Marvel guy, I have to say I'm not too fimilar with Cardy's work. But after seeing this masterpiece, I'm going to have to search his work out. Congrats Will, that is a definitely wall hanger!Thanks Steve --yes, that's one of the cool side effects of our hobby, seeing a single piece can compel one to appreciate a whole body of work !
Greg G
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
I never thought of a Cardy/ Romita comparison until mentioned by Mike M. above, but have to agree with his observation. Romita is known for his clean line work, which I've always appreciated, but it is his beautiful compositions that are often overlooked. This piece features both beautifully executed line work and composition by Cardy. A true grail. Congrats, Will!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
Greg G wrote:
I never thought of a Cardy/ Romita comparison until mentioned by Mike M. above, but have to agree with his observation. Romita is known for his clean line work, which I've always appreciated, but it is his beautiful compositions that are often overlooked. This piece features both beautifully executed line work and composition by Cardy. A true grail. Congrats, Will!Thanks Greg, I think you added even more breadth to Mike's astute observations !
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/7/2013
Ken R wrote:
Big Congrats Will, what the hobby is all about!Big thanks buddy...and yes, it is ;O)
Gene Park
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/9/2013
I don't always admire Silver Age DC cover art. But, when I do, I prefer Nick Cardy covers. Stay thirsty, my friends.
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/9/2013
Gene Park wrote:
I don't always admire Silver Age DC cover art. But, when I do, I prefer Nick Cardy covers. Stay thirsty, my friends.Thanks Gene, that is the most interesting comment I've seen ;O)
Frank Giella
Member Since 2005
Posted on 8/11/2013
When the art world realizes comic art is a viable art form this is the kind of piece that will be hanging in museums. They will not care about some special story line or nostalgia. They will analyze each work as a work of art. And pieces like this one will stand out.
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 8/11/2013
Frank Giella wrote:
When the art world realizes comic art is a viable art form this is the kind of piece that will be hanging in museums. They will not care about some special story line or nostalgia. They will analyze each work as a work of art. And pieces like this one will stand out.Thanks Frank...and I have to agree with you that the world will one day view pieces like this for their artistic merit but at the same time storyline and nostalgia will still play a role.
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 9/24/2013
Mark Geier wrote:
Great addition! One of Cardy's best covers.Thanks Mark, I have to agree --Nick knocked this one out-of-the-park!
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 9/24/2013
Al Simpleton wrote:
Cardy at his best! Thanks for sharing!...It was my pleasure, thanks for the kind words!
Alex Johnson
Member Since 2006
Forum Moderator
Posted on 9/23/2013
I had no clue that this had sur iced. One of my favorite covers of all time. Just lovely and Cardy's Mera was the best looking woman in comics. Congratulations.
Will Gabri-El
Member Since 2004
Posted on 9/24/2013
Alex Johnson wrote:
I had no clue that this had surfaced. One of my favorite covers of all time. Just lovely and Cardy's Mera was the best looking woman in comics. Congratulations.It surfaced...dove under...and resurfaced lol Thanks Alex and yes, I must agree on all counts!
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