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Aparo, Jim - Adventure Comics, issue 451, page 1 (May-June 1977)

Artist: Jim Aparo (All)

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Title: Aparo, Jim - Adventure Comics, issue 451, page 1 (May-June 1977)
Artist: Jim Aparo (All)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Title Page
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 407
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Comments: 17
Added to Site: 5/15/2023
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Nothing better than dealing with friends on a great piece of art. Dinner with Steve Davich at Club Lago in Chicago normally yields just the pleasure of his company..and a great dinner. This time? We added an Aparo Aquaman title splash into the mix - what an embarrassment of riches! Thanks, Steve!

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Steve Day Vich 
Member Since 2007

3 - Posted on 5/15/2023

You are very welcome Chris. I had the page long enough and I'm glad you can enjoy it now.

Rick W 
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

You just don't mess around, now do you?!

Chris K. 
Member Since 2008

2 - Posted on 5/15/2023

Rick W wrote:

You just don't mess around, now do you?!

Not when it comes to Jim Aparo!

E DLS 
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

Wow!  So what other pages does Steve have that he thinks he's had long enough?  LOL!  Anyway, congrats on this spectacular Aparo example.  To my mind, Jim has three signature characters.  Aquaman, Batman, and Spectre.  To acquire a notable splash of any one of these characters is a dream come true for any Aparo fan.  And this is such a quintessential DC splash.  Right down to the title carved into the sea bedrock.  The King of the Seven Seas has never looked better.  So jealous, and so happy for you.  (Oh, and feel free to let me know when you think you've had this long enough.  LOL)    

Chris K. 
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

E DLS wrote:

Wow!  So what other pages does Steve have that he thinks he's had long enough?  LOL!  Anyway, congrats on this spectacular Aparo example.  To my mind, Jim has three signature characters.  Aquaman, Batman, and Spectre.  To acquire a notable splash of any one of these characters is a dream come true for any Aparo fan.  And this is such a quintessential DC splash.  Right down to the title carved into the sea bedrock.  The King of the Seven Seas has never looked better.  So jealous, and so happy for you.  (Oh, and feel free to let me know when you think you've had this long enough.  LOL)    

You always ask the right question! And we certainly agree on Mr. Aparo's three signature characters - I especially like when he's able to draw them together. And good to know who to call when I've had this one long enough!

John C 
Member Since 2014

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

I hope you had takoyaki.

Jordan Joanou 
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

I grew up reading Aparo books.  Always love his art.  Big congrats.

Gene Park 
Member Since 2004

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

An embarrassment of riches, indeed!!

Marcus Wai 
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

Peak Aparo era.  He reached new heights (in this case depths) with his artistry in this time period and could do no wrong.   

* bronze-is-gold 
Member Since 2007

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

My second issue of Adventure Comics!  Is it any wonder that I fell in love with Aparo artwork with splashes like this one along with all his B&B work?!?

Amir E 
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

There is nothing better than a friend, unless it is a friend that shares a love for original art :-). Nice page Chris!

K Gearon 
Member Since 2011

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

Outstanding title splash!  Really got everything yould want with the splashy shot AND the lettering being incorporated into the art like it is...suh-weet!  Congrats!

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

Congrats Chris!  Awesome page!

Yo Kuri 
Member Since 2019

1 - Posted on 5/15/2023

We all have friends like Topo. Great pick up!

Ruben DaCollector 
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 5/16/2023

What a rad pose Aparo put Aquaman in! His work never looked better than when he inked himself. Kudos, Chris!

Bill J 
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 5/17/2023

Stunning title splash by the incredible Jim Aparo for Aquaman #451. Gorgeous layout and beaufitul inks, just as you'd expect from the always masterful Aparo. Great pick-up, congrats!

Robert Binkley 
Member Since 2011

1 - Posted on 5/20/2023

Amazing Aparo Title Page !  Congrats Chris !

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