Lot 157
Caligula: Heart of Rome Comic Sets
Passed — did not sell at this auction
About this lot
Subject: Caligula
Year: 2011, 2012
Manufacturer: Avatar Press
Dimensions: Approx.10.25×7″
Condition: All Issues in Protective Sheets and Backer Board
Additional Information: Caligula (#1–6) (2011) and Caligula: Heart of Rome (#1–6) (2012) deliver a dark, unflinching portrayal of Caligula, exploring the excess, brutality, and psychological descent associated with his reign. The original series presents a graphic and provocative narrative steeped in political corruption, violence, and decadence, while Heart of Rome expands the story with a broader focus on power struggles within the empire and the consequences of absolute rule. Together, these series lean heavily into mature themes and stylized storytelling, offering a controversial yet compelling depiction of one of history’s most infamous rulers.
Lot details
- Lot
- 157
- Category
- Books and Paper Items › Comics
- Closed
- May 21, 2026
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