Comicart Boston :: Not Brand Echh

Not Brand Echh #5, page 1

Artists: Jack Kirby (Penciller) , Tom Sutton (Inker)

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Forbush-Man Sketch

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Artwork Details

Title:	Not Brand Echh #5, page 1
Artist:	Jack Kirby (Penciller)
Artist:	Tom Sutton (Inker)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Splash Page
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	885
Likes on CAF:	4 5
Favorited on CAF:	1
Comments:	9
Added to Site:	9/29/2020
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Description

I really enjoyed this zany series. And here is the first page of the first lead story on Forbush-Man, the alter ego of Stan Lee's Irving Forbush who in turn was an imaginary employee who was often the butt of Stan's tongue-in-cheek jokes. Not surprisingly, one finds occasional references to him in the actual comics themselves. One classic example is at page 15 of the Amazing Spider-Man #35 (when Spidey quips that even if he is beaten by the Molten Man, "There's always Irving Forbush!" - to which the Molten Man asks "Who's he?", and to which Spidey replies: "Forget it! It's an "in" joke!").

I did chance upon some observations that I had over-paid for this page because some thought that it was only Kirby layouts. Although one must not spend one's hard earned money foolishly (especially during these difficult times), there is something to the hobby that transcends mere material concerns (if you are interested, please see my observations for my Avengers #20, page 10 piece at https://www.comicartfans.com/gallerypiece.asp?piece=1217970). To be honest, I did not know about this at least potential controversy but I can say hand on heart that I have no regrets. All it means, if true, is that I will not be able to recoup my financial outlay on this page (which is something that is good to know as well lest I have unrealistic expectations in the future). That is alright. I will just enjoy the piece and the hobby, and I hope that you do too.

Many thanks to those of you who wrote in for your kind words of encouragement. As a side-note, although the databases and the credits in the artwork itself state that it is all-Kirby pencils, views were expressed that it was mainly Sutton. Any claim such as this is of course a subjective one but, well, who is to say if the person concerned is truly an affcionado and expert or not? This reminds me, though, that similar claims were made that Dan Adkins was primarily responsible for the artwork in the groundbreaking Daredevil #7 and not Wally Wood - although it was in an interview in the Comic Book artist, I think, that Adkins stated that he had not been an assistant at the time. Apparently, the art was too straightforward to be Wood's although another person argued that Woody had simplified his art by then. I must say that there is no end to argument, although I found the claim that Adkins was primarily responsible for the artwork in Daredevil #7 somewhat bizarre (even though, if true, that would have made the purchaser of that particular piece from the book that was part of the discussion look rather silly). Just enjoy the art. And, as a bonus, I am adding a sketch of Forbush-Man that was drawn behind this particular artwork. And, no, I don't know who did it! Just enjoy!

A Postscript: The interview with Dan Adkins can be found online at:

https://twomorrows.com/comicbookartist/articles/07adkins.html

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Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008

Posted on 9/30/2020

For many years as the prices of comic art continued to skyrocket, I lost the love of collecting. The fun was mostly gone. But you can always find something different to collect that is more financially affordable. But whether or not other people think you "paid too much" or not, is of absolutely no consequence. All that matters is how YOU feel about the piece you bought and the money you paid for it. This page is an absolute classic that is the very definition of FUN!

West Stephan
Member Since 2007

Posted on 9/30/2020

How can anyone dare say they paid too much for Forbush-Man? Talk about the absurd! Seriously though, sweet splash page!

Len G
Member Since 2004

Posted on 9/30/2020

Hi Boston -- Just read your Avengers #20 page comments, which as mentioned, echo the comments here. For what it's worth, "F@#& those guys."

If something moves you, it moves you. For anyone else to try to assign value to that conection is pure nonsesne. Let the armchair quaterbacks have they say, while yoiu enjoy this beautiful art (and the beautiful Heck/Wood art too!).

J H
Member Since 2019

Posted on 9/30/2020

FORBUSH MAN! Dude, you win the No Prize. I loved Not Brand Echh, and that pot-headed pajama-wearing hero always made me smile. Super cool splash! And, hey, people complain when they don't get what they want, and tear down things they love but can't have. They are the "underbidders," it's their lot in life to kvetch and complain, don't sweat it. Congrats on a fershluggin' awesome score!

J H
Member Since 2019

Posted on 9/30/2020

Please excuse the second comment, but I just checked the Grand Comics Database, and it is indeed full Kirby pencils. Tom Sutton embellished a little with his inks, but it is not layouts. You didn't overpay, imo.

Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013

1 - Posted on 10/16/2022

Loved the comics and love this splash. Thanks for keeping it on CAF!

Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 10/16/2022

Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan wrote:

Loved the comics and love this splash. Thanks for keeping it on CAF!

Dear Duke, many thanks! And you are most welcome!

Jim Warden
Member Since 2003

1 - Posted on 12/20/2023

Not Brand Echh was one of the first comics I read; my family and I visited relastives in Florida every summer during the late 1960's-mid 1970's and a cousin of mine had the entire run of the title. I remember reading these comics while the "adults" played cards for hours! This page is a true favorite of mine and it's sad to read in your description that some collector's feel you over-paid for it! That sounds like sour grapes to me and at least one other collector bid the price up to one increment less than your bid, so other folks also felt it was worth the price! Congratulations on a truly wonderful page from a terrific series!

Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010

Posted on 12/21/2023

Jim Warden wrote:

Many thanks, Jim! I really enjoyed this series too as a child. And it is just like you to be so nice, generous and gracious. Many thanks once again, and do take care.

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