Comics Titans #20 Marvel 1979 Lug Vintage Superheroes X-Men Old

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This lot features a vintage copy of the French comic "Titans" n°20, published by Lug in May 1979. The full-color cover features a dynamic illustration of Marvel superheroes, including several iconic members of the X-Men, such as Beast, Iceman, Angel, and Magneto at the center of the scene. The title "Titans" appears in large, characteristic typography of late 1970s Lug editions, surmounted by the caption "Le journal des super-héros en couleurs" (The full-color superhero magazine).

In the upper right corner, the mention "MARVEL présente" (MARVEL presents) can be seen, confirming the official origin of the content. In the lower right corner is the round yellow and red "LUG Collection Super Héros" logo. The number "N. 20" and the publication date "10 Mai 1979" are printed on the cover, confirming the age of this copy. The cover also shows the original price for various French-speaking countries, including France, Switzerland, Belgium, Morocco, and Tunisia.

The cover art, typical of the golden age of Marvel comics translated into French, is characterized by vibrant colors (predominantly pink, blue, orange, and white), muscular characters in action, and stylized architectural backgrounds. The spine and the lower left corner show visible signs of wear, indicating its handling over the decades.

The item is a stapled periodical, published bi-monthly, with a soft cover. The corners are blunted with slight crease marks, particularly on the lower part, and the cover shows a general patina consistent with its age. No major missing parts or significant tears are visible on the presented front side.

The publication is in the tradition of Lug periodicals, which marked the history of superhero comic books in France in the late 1970s and early 1980s. This issue brings together translated Marvel Comics stories, making the adventures of American superheroes like the X-Men accessible to French-speaking readers.

Condition

Used comic, sold as is. Visible signs of wear on the cover, creased corners, handling marks, and vintage patina. See photo for precise details of the visible condition.

Did you know? The Lug publishing house, founded in Lyon, was the main distributor of Marvel comics in France between 1969 and 1989. The "Titans" series introduced cult series such as X-Men, Iron Fist, and the Inhumans to the French-speaking public, at a time when these characters were still little known in Europe.

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