John Romita Jr - Daredevil 266 - page 22 splash - Mephisto
Artists: John Romita Jr (Penciller) , Al Williamson (Inker)
1,198 Views - 22 Comments - 25 Likes
Artwork Details
|
DescriptionRomita Jr's evolution as an artist has been truly remarkable. I loved his early "Marvel style" efforts with Layton, but the period I personally like the best is Daredevil with Nocenti and the second Iron Man run. The Daredevil run is particularly memorable. It must not have been easy for the Nocenti / JrJr creative team to follow in the footsteps of Miller and Mazzucchelli. Yet they found their own voice, with stories that were different and yet true to the essence of the character. "A true merry Christian would have turned the other cheek". How cerebral is that when said to Daredevil?This splash features a huge image of villain and hero. Romita decided to go for his own version of Mephisto, giving him an alien-like look that highlighted his deviousness and cruelty. I am not a fan of inks that show paintbrushes. Yet here one has to admire Williamson's study of lihgt and the use of inks to show hellfire reflections on DD's head and shoulders. Social/Sharing |
About the Owner
|
 |
Contact the OwnerUse can use a contact form to send an email to this gallery owner,
|
Comments on this Artwork
You must be logged in to make comments.
George H 
Member Since 2009
Posted on 2/21/2023
Loved JR JR's early DD. Such a fantastic and wild splash!
E DLS
Member Since 2005
Posted on 2/21/2023
My goodness, those Williamson inks are just ridiculous! Great splash my friend.
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 2/21/2023
Gorgeous on every level Carlo!
Toni S
Member Since 2019
Posted on 2/21/2023
Fantastic pick-up!!! Huge congrats. JRJR at his finest! DD and Mephisto! What a tremendous splash!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 2/22/2023
When I think "JRJR" I think "DD" first, and that's due to this run and the Man Without Fear mini. Just at the top of his storytelling AND illustration game, and Al Williamson I know had a lot to do with that. Stellar example here, Carlo. Congrats!
alessandro gentili
Member Since 2011
Posted on 2/22/2023
Piece with a very impressive emotional impact. G.Dore ' at Marvel here. Huge congrats!!
Comic Art Channel
Member Since 2018
Posted on 2/22/2023
Fantastic splash! Legendary duo on this run and character.
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
Posted on 2/22/2023
The evolution of JRJR's artistry happens here and with a legend like Al Williamson, the stage was set for the dramatic and they delivered in this splash. It was Marvel storytelling breaking away from the house style his father had codified and inspired more artistic voices in the coming decade.
F M
Member Since 2005
Posted on 2/22/2023
That was a great run indeed. JrJr's transformation of Mephisto was spectacular.
RS 88
Member Since 2018
Posted on 2/22/2023
I absolutely LOVED this run of Daredevil. One of my all time favourites and this is a perfect splash representing it.
Great pickup Carlo!
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
Posted on 2/22/2023
Sh, Mephisto. You really do know how to make your own fun. Wow, this is a FANTASTIC Daredevil splash by the great John Romita Jr. Major congrats!!
robert frey
Member Since 2004
Posted on 2/24/2023
how sweet it is! i thought this was an excellent buy. loved williamson on romita jr- good job!
Y M
Member Since 2003
Posted on 2/28/2023
Just ask Romita Jr...Al Williamson's inks made his stuff look good.
Latest Updates
All |
|
 |
|
 |
|
 |
|
 |
|
 |
|
 |
 |
|
 |
 |
Auctions ADVERTISEMENT
 |
Auctions
| Shawn McManus and Mark McKenna Doctor Fate #4 Stor |
Auctions
 |
GENE COLAN TALES OF SUSPENSE #85 PAGE 1 TITLE SPLASH (1967, LARGE 'TWICE-UP' SIZE WITH IRON MAN VS. THE MANDARIN) |
Auctions
 |
Frank Miller and Klaus Janson - Daredevil #190, Page 28 - Resurrection of Elektra! |
Hakes Auctions
 |
BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN NUDE PIN-UP ORIGINAL ART COMMISSION WITH PRELIMINARY PENCIL ART BY BRUCE TIMM. |
Subscribe to the YouTube Channel.. FREE!
TDArt Gallery
12 Accepting Commissions
Commission an Artist
For Sale Updates
Classified Updates |
|
ENRIQUE ALONSO1/24/2026 7:13:00 AM |
|
Robert Hughes1/23/2026 7:28:00 PM |
|
Monty B1/23/2026 5:37:00 PM |
|
Mugen R.1/23/2026 4:52:00 PM |
|
ComicLINK.Com Auctions1/23/2026 4:47:00 PM |
|
NELSON H1/23/2026 3:11:00 PM |
|
Dealer Updates |
|
RomitaMan Original Art1/24/2026 5:27:00 AM |
|
Coollines Artwork1/23/2026 9:53:00 PM |
|
Koch Comic Art1/23/2026 7:20:00 PM |
|
Anthony's Comicbook Art1/23/2026 4:51:00 PM |
|
ComiConArt1/23/2026 3:57:00 PM |
|
Catskill Comics1/23/2026 2:15:00 PM |
|
|
Become a Premium CAF Gallery Owner & you'll be supporting CAF and also gain access to many services and features not available to standard members.
|