Classics Illustrated #33 – The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Gilberton Company Inc. | HRN 89 | US Edition | 826 Broadway, New York
Issue #33 of the iconic Classics Illustrated series, adapting
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's legendary detective stories —
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. This is the most
universally recognized title in the Classics Illustrated
run and features one of the most iconic cover compositions
in Golden Age comic history — the Hound of the Baskervilles
bearing down in vivid yellow and black, with Holmes himself
depicted in the circular inset with his trademark pipe
and violin.
ARTIST
Cover art is signed by H.C. Kiefer — one of the most
recognized and celebrated artists of the Gilberton
Classics Illustrated series. His signature is clearly
visible on the cover art.
PRINTING IDENTIFICATION
This copy carries a Highest Reprint Number (HRN) of 89,
identified by the interior title list. Published by
Gilberton Company Inc., 826 Broadway, New York 3, N.Y.
The back cover features the "Now! Giant Volumes of
Selected Classics" advertisement — a distinct US Gilberton
back cover variant from the early 1950s. The 826 Broadway
address confirms this as a US edition.
COVER ART
The Hound of the Baskervilles cover is widely regarded
as one of the finest and most visually dramatic in the
entire Classics Illustrated series. The composition
features the snarling hound in vivid yellow and black
with Holmes depicted in a circular vignette — "RACHE"
written in blood in the lower right corner adding a
chilling detail. Colors on this copy are outstandingly
preserved.
CONDITION: VF (8.0)
This is an exceptional copy for its age. Cover is fully
attached and perfectly flat. Color retention is
outstanding — vivid yellows, blacks, and reds throughout.
Spine presents very cleanly with minimal stress. Corners
are sharp throughout. Back cover shows light tanning
consistent with age. Interior pages are clean, complete,
and readable throughout. Best condition Golden Age copy
in this collection.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Issue #33 — Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
- HRN 89 — US Gilberton printing, 826 Broadway New York
- Cover art by H.C. Kiefer — signed on cover
- Hound of the Baskervilles cover — iconic Golden Age art
- VF grade — exceptional for a Golden Age Gilberton copy
- Cover fully attached — sharp corners throughout
- Outstanding color retention for age and grade
- Giant Volumes back cover variant
- Complete and readable throughout
- Bagged and stored prior to listing
SHIPPING
Bagged and boarded, shipped flat in a rigid mailer with
care taken to prevent additional wear. Combined shipping
available on multiple purchases from The Goblin Stash.
Gilberton Company Inc. | HRN 89 | US Edition | 826 Broadway, New York
Issue #33 of the iconic Classics Illustrated series, adapting
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's legendary detective stories —
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. This is the most
universally recognized title in the Classics Illustrated
run and features one of the most iconic cover compositions
in Golden Age comic history — the Hound of the Baskervilles
bearing down in vivid yellow and black, with Holmes himself
depicted in the circular inset with his trademark pipe
and violin.
ARTIST
Cover art is signed by H.C. Kiefer — one of the most
recognized and celebrated artists of the Gilberton
Classics Illustrated series. His signature is clearly
visible on the cover art.
PRINTING IDENTIFICATION
This copy carries a Highest Reprint Number (HRN) of 89,
identified by the interior title list. Published by
Gilberton Company Inc., 826 Broadway, New York 3, N.Y.
The back cover features the "Now! Giant Volumes of
Selected Classics" advertisement — a distinct US Gilberton
back cover variant from the early 1950s. The 826 Broadway
address confirms this as a US edition.
COVER ART
The Hound of the Baskervilles cover is widely regarded
as one of the finest and most visually dramatic in the
entire Classics Illustrated series. The composition
features the snarling hound in vivid yellow and black
with Holmes depicted in a circular vignette — "RACHE"
written in blood in the lower right corner adding a
chilling detail. Colors on this copy are outstandingly
preserved.
CONDITION: VF (8.0)
This is an exceptional copy for its age. Cover is fully
attached and perfectly flat. Color retention is
outstanding — vivid yellows, blacks, and reds throughout.
Spine presents very cleanly with minimal stress. Corners
are sharp throughout. Back cover shows light tanning
consistent with age. Interior pages are clean, complete,
and readable throughout. Best condition Golden Age copy
in this collection.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Issue #33 — Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
- HRN 89 — US Gilberton printing, 826 Broadway New York
- Cover art by H.C. Kiefer — signed on cover
- Hound of the Baskervilles cover — iconic Golden Age art
- VF grade — exceptional for a Golden Age Gilberton copy
- Cover fully attached — sharp corners throughout
- Outstanding color retention for age and grade
- Giant Volumes back cover variant
- Complete and readable throughout
- Bagged and stored prior to listing
SHIPPING
Bagged and boarded, shipped flat in a rigid mailer with
care taken to prevent additional wear. Combined shipping
available on multiple purchases from The Goblin Stash.
