Operation: Dissapearance! was released in 1983 by Marvel Books under license from Hasbro. This "Marvel Mighty Storybook" measures roughly 4" x 5" and cost $1.50
The credits list B.S. Watson, Ron Fontes, John Romita and Earl Norem. I'm betting it was written by B.S. Watson, Ron Fontes was production supervisor, breakdowns were handled by John Romita (Sr.), and all art was then painted by Earl Norem. This is quite possibly the most beautiful Joe book ever painted. Click the images below to view them full screen, then use your arrow keys to move from page to page. |
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The original art below was recently auctioned off on eBay, directly from Earl Norem's estate.
The images above are courtesy of eBay Seller gkensek. This art was sold under eBay item #351807096645. Auction description:
"I am pleased to present for auction this great original art from the legendary Earl Norem. I have the privilege and rare opportunity to offer this work consigned for sale directly from the family of Earl Norem
Earl Norem (1924-2015) was a prolific painter of inspiring works. His fine art style has appeared on the covers of Marvel Comics, Topps Trading Cards, Novels, Magazines and more. He is well known for his work on Savage Sword Of Conan, Spider Man, Planet Of The Apes, Mars Attacks, Transformers, G.I. Joe, The Million Dollar Man, The Hulk, Fantastic Four and Wizards & Warriors. Magazine works include Readers Digest, Field & Stream, Real West, Discover & more. Also package design and art for toy companies such as Mattel, Hasbro and Mego, as well as program covers for the New York Yankees.
Direct from Earl's estate, this auction is for a color acrylic on board published on pp. 16-17 in G.I. JOE-Great American Hero OPERATION DISAPPEARANCE by Marvel Books copyright 1983 Hasbro Industries.
This board measures 12-3/4 x 16 inches. The art is not signed but guaranteed to be the work of Earl Norem. A note of provenance will be provided by request of the winning bidder."
A huge THANK YOU to eBay Seller gkensek for sharing these images!
"I am pleased to present for auction this great original art from the legendary Earl Norem. I have the privilege and rare opportunity to offer this work consigned for sale directly from the family of Earl Norem
Earl Norem (1924-2015) was a prolific painter of inspiring works. His fine art style has appeared on the covers of Marvel Comics, Topps Trading Cards, Novels, Magazines and more. He is well known for his work on Savage Sword Of Conan, Spider Man, Planet Of The Apes, Mars Attacks, Transformers, G.I. Joe, The Million Dollar Man, The Hulk, Fantastic Four and Wizards & Warriors. Magazine works include Readers Digest, Field & Stream, Real West, Discover & more. Also package design and art for toy companies such as Mattel, Hasbro and Mego, as well as program covers for the New York Yankees.
Direct from Earl's estate, this auction is for a color acrylic on board published on pp. 16-17 in G.I. JOE-Great American Hero OPERATION DISAPPEARANCE by Marvel Books copyright 1983 Hasbro Industries.
This board measures 12-3/4 x 16 inches. The art is not signed but guaranteed to be the work of Earl Norem. A note of provenance will be provided by request of the winning bidder."
A huge THANK YOU to eBay Seller gkensek for sharing these images!
