Lot 136
Tales of the Zombie by Curtis Comics
Sold May 21, 2026
- Price realized
- $40
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Subject: Zombies
Year: 1973, 1975
Manufacturer: Curtis
Dimensions: Approx.10.25×7″
Condition: Light Cracking, Mild Discoloration, Bend Marks Due to Age
Additional Information: Tales of the Zombie #1 & #2, along with the first annual issue from Curtis Comics, represent an early exploration of mature horror storytelling within a black-and-white magazine format. Centered on the tragic figure of Simon Garth, the series blends supernatural terror with a somber, often melancholic tone, focusing on themes of loss, control, and the curse of undeath.
The first two issues establish the eerie atmosphere and narrative style, presenting stories that balance graphic horror with emotional depth, while the annual expands on this foundation with longer, more developed tales and additional world-building. Together, these publications capture a moment when horror comics were pushing into darker, more sophisticated territory, offering readers unsettling yet compelling stories that go beyond simple shock value.
Lot details
- Lot
- 136
- Category
- Books and Paper Items › Magazines › Comics
- Closed
- May 21, 2026
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