Collection of 11 Underground Comix including Zap, Freak Brothers, and Mr. Natural
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Here we have a collection of 11 underground comix, featuring iconic titles like Zap, The Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers, and Mr. Natural. These books, born in the late 60s and 70s, are quintessential artifacts of the counterculture movement, showcasing the groundbreaking work of artists like Robert Crumb and Gilbert Shelton. The key to valuing these lies in determining the specific printings, as first editions command a premium. While these appear to be authentic vintage copies, they show typical wear for their age. Assuming a mix of printings in Good to Very Good condition, a conservative auction estimate for the lot would be $100 to $200.
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Item Report
Collection of 11 Underground Comix including Zap, Freak Brothers, and Mr. Natural
By:Various artists including Robert Crumb, Gilbert Shelton, and others; published by Apex Novelties, Rip Off Press, and Kitchen Sink Enterprises.
Style:Underground Comix
Origin:United States
Materials:Paper, ink
Age:Late 1960s - 1970s
Condition:Good to Very Good (mixed condition, visible wear, creases, some fading, not officially graded)
Value:$100 - $200
Maker's Marks / Writing:Various publisher logos (Apex Novelties, Rip Off Press, Kitchen Sink), artist signatures (e.g., R. Crumb), and issue numbers.
Date:2026-08-27 22:19:58.238328
Description:
A collection of 11 underground comic books from the late 1960s and 1970s. The lot includes issues of Zap Comix (No. 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5), The Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers (No. 1, 3, 6, 7), and Mr. Natural (No. 3). These comics feature the work of prominent underground artists such as Robert Crumb and Gilbert Shelton. They are known for their countercultural themes, explicit content, and distinctive artistic styles.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a representative collection of classic underground comix. The value depends heavily on the specific printings (first printings are significantly more valuable than later printings) and the condition of each individual book. Based on the photos, they appear to be in mixed condition, with some showing noticeable wear, creases, and color fading. A hands-on inspection would be necessary to determine the exact printings and assign precise grades.
Individual Images:
front cover Zap Comix No. 3
front cover Freak Brothers No. 3
front cover Freak Brothers No. 1
front cover Zap Comix No. 2
front cover Mr. Natural No. 3
front cover Zap Comix No. 1
front cover Zap Comix No. 0
group shot of all 11 comics
front cover Zap Comix No. 5
front cover Mr. Natural No. 1
front cover Freak Brothers No. 6
front cover Zap Comix No. 4
Provenance:
None provided.
Condition:
Good to Very Good (mixed condition, visible wear, creases, some fading, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 95%
The titles, issue numbers, and cover art are clearly visible and easily identifiable as well-known underground comix.
Authenticity Score: 90%
The comics appear to be authentic vintage printings, though determining whether they are first or later printings requires examining the indicia inside each book. There are no obvious signs of modern reproduction.
Image Memory Note
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Keywords
Underground Comix, Zap Comix, Freak Brothers, Mr. Natural, Robert Crumb, Gilbert Shelton, Counterculture, 1960s, 1970s, Comic Books, United States
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