Giraud, Jean (Moebius) - The Black Incal, The Metabaron chapter, page 44 (May 1981)
Artists: Moebius (All) , Jean Giraud (All)
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DescriptionThis stunning Incal page is the last page from The Black Incal, which is the first issue of the first volume of The Incal Saga (the 44th page in the first volume overall). More specifically, this page is from The Metabaron chapter, which serves as an introduction to the character of the same name, who is also the universe's greatest mercenary.The Black Incal was published in 1981 by Les Humanoïdes Associés. It was written by Alejandro Jodorowsky, illustrated by Moebius, and colored by Yves Chaland. However, one thing to note is that while the coloring of The Incal series is credited to Yves Chaland, he did not care for the job, and his wife, Isabelle Beaumenais-Joannet, actually did the work for him. She's usually noted to have completed the colors for the 2nd through 4th issues (while Zoran Janjetov colored the 5th & 6th). Still, the credit to Yves Chaland for the 1st issue is likely a placeholder recognizing the fact that he was initially assigned the work. But Isabelle Beaumenais-Joannet colored the 1st issue, as well. The Incal is often regarded as one of the greatest comic stories ever created. To make a very long, trippy, sci-fi story short, it tells the tale of John Difool, ‘a class ‘R’ licensed private investigator with little direction in his life, and his encounter with a pyramid shaped piece of glass known as the Incal. Fate, chance and circumstance push them together and the combination is powerful, dazzling and quasi-psychedelic. As the Incal states to Difool early on, ‘destiny has brought us together to restore justice to the universe.’ How's that for setting the scope of the story? In my extremely humble opinion, this page is just a glorious Moebius example. It's beautifully composed and contains incredible detail while never being crowded as it advances a critical element of the story and leaves us perfectly hanging in advance of the next issue, The Luminous Incal. One other interesting side note in relation to this page; it has had three owners since it was created in 1980/81 - first Moebius, then Watchmen artist Dave Gibbons...and now me! Social/Sharing |
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John Voytek 
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 9/22/2025
Incredible. Talk about a rare, exquisite, showcase of artistic genius on full display! Congratulations Chris!
Kavi H
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 9/22/2025
that's quite the lineage of ownership for this awe inspiring work from Moebius the master! truly epic. congrats!
Rick W
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 9/22/2025
Incredible page! Your description makes me want to read the story.
James Dornoff
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 9/22/2025
Wow a Möbius, very cool design and addition, congrats!
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
Now that's some serious sci-fi! So dense and deep with ideas and world building throughout the entire page where every line serves a purpose to bring a grand scope to the end page that leaves us wanting more.
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
It's ALL really sweet, of course. But boy is that 3rd panel ever the bee's knees! Nice addition, Chris, congrats!
Oystein Sorensen
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
Excellent page. It suits your collection.
Toni S
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
Stunning and exceptional!!! An A++ example from that genius!!
Gene Park
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
A fantastic addition to one of the most interesting collections in the hobby!
philippe queveau
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
No doubt, an oustanding page from one of the best book ever ! Just a detail Yves Chaland is credited for the colors of the first edition but he didn't really do the job. He subcontracted to his wife Isabelle.
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
philippe queveau wrote:
No doubt, an oustanding page from one of the best book ever ! Just a detail Yves Chaland is credited for the colors of the first edition but he didn't really do the job. He subcontracted to his wife Isabelle.
Holy. Sugar! Does she share the same last name as Yves? I will most certainly be sure to credit her. And thank you for the note!
Al Simpleton
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
Splendid page from a first-class series! Moebius' art is both powerful and delicate... How did he pull that off?
M L
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
A stunning example - a plethora of detail and a great variety of panels make this a real treasure. Congrats!
E DLS
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
Mssr. Giraud, Mr. Gibbons, and now you. Congratulations on adding to such a distinguished pedigree. And even more so, congratulations on your continued journey of curating such a magnificent collection. A gem among gems.
Jeff Singh
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 9/23/2025
Wow!!! That is incredible page and it is no wonder the previous owners kept it in their collections. Truly outstanding and from such a landmark b-d.
Timothy Finney
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 9/24/2025
Some pages transcend this art form. This is one such page.
Duke Fleed
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 9/24/2025
Moebius is an influencial artist and this page speaks as to why! Wow!!
Eric E
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 9/26/2025
Moebius at his best ! Tremendous page of an iconic comic.
Bill J
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 10/2/2025
Breathtaking. An outstanding page from The Black Incal by Moebius. It really is a wonderful example of Moebius' greatest work, giving you a sense of the sweep of the saga, from the dazzling massiveness of the space station to the closeups of the individuals involved, The layout of the page is gorgeous and the inks are to die for. Great use of spot blacks as well. Fabulous example from one of the masters of comic art.
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