Posted in: Comics, Heritage Sponsored, Vintage Paper | Tagged: Farrell Publications, Matt Baker, pre-code horror
Published in 1952, Farrell Publications’ Voodoo Annual #1 is a rare gem of Pre-Code Horror. This 100-page squarebound comic book features stunning art by Matt Baker and offers a thrilling collection of spooky stories.
Farrell Publication’s Voodoo Annual #1 is highly sought after by collectors of Pre-Code Horror. This scarce squarebound edition boasts a remarkable 100 pages and showcases the exceptional talent of Matt Baker, an artist renowned for his contributions to the challenging Pre-Code era. While part of Farrell Publications’ Voodoo series, Voodoo Annual #1 encompasses a wide range of comic book horror, including supernatural entities like ghosts, ghouls, black magic, vampires, and more. This classic Pre-Code Horror comic contains sixteen captivating stories. An extraordinary opportunity to own a copy of this remarkable issue presents itself with the Voodoo Annual #1 (Farrell, 1952) CGC VG/FN 5.0 Off-white pages currently up for auction in the 2023 July 13 – 14 Pre-Code Horror & Crime Comics Showcase Auction #40227 at Heritage Auctions.
Squarebound comic books with predominantly black covers are known to challenge collectors seeking high-grade copies. Voodoo Annual #1 exemplifies this rarity, as acquiring a copy in excellent condition can be exceptionally difficult. Over the past two decades, only a dozen complete and unrestored copies have appeared in public auction. This CGC 5.0 copy currently available for bidding represents a remarkable finding, with only one unrestored copy graded higher in nearly ten years. In 2022, a CGC 7.5 copy fetched an impressive price of $19,200.00.
Between 1951 and 1958, Farrell Publications released 321 issues across 62 titles. While the publisher dabbled in various genres, they became most recognized for their Pre-Code Horror line and underrated mid-1950s superhero line. The latter included titles inherited from the now-defunct Fox Feature Syndicate, such as The Flame, Samson, and Phantom Lady. Robert Farrell, who had previously worked with Victor Fox and collaborated with Iger Studio, spearheaded these ventures. Notably, Haunted Thrills and Voodoo stand out as Farrell’s most successful horror titles.
Given its undeniable appeal, serious collectors of Pre-Code Horror are reluctant to part ways with Voodoo Annual #1. However, a remarkable opportunity arises with the Voodoo Annual #1 (Farrell, 1952) CGC VG/FN 5.0 Off-white pages currently available for auction in the 2023 July 13 – 14 Pre-Code Horror & Crime Comics Showcase Auction #40227 at Heritage Auctions. If you’re new to bidding at Heritage Auctions, be sure to visit their FAQ section to familiarize yourself with the process and event details.

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