Uncle Scrooge / Four Color v2 #386 - Carl Barks art & cover + 1st issue

Carl Barks

(Walt Disney's) Uncle Scrooge v1 / Four Color v2 #386 (#1), 1952 - When the Beagle Boys erect a building next to his money vault, Uncle Scrooge transports and hides his gazillions in a nearby reservoir. Unfortunately, an old habit gives it away. On one of Carl Barks' best covers, Donald Duck strains while Scrooge calculates. The illustration is rich in detail and the composition is perfectly balanced. The inclusion of Huey, Louie and Dewey adds scale and depth to the scene. The story itself is impeccably drawn, from the settings to the characterizations. The tale's climax on page 26 exceeds expectations with its bold rendition. In addition to this classic cover and story, Barks also draws three stand alone pages. "Only a Poor Man" was later reprinted in Best of Walt Disney Comics #96172 and Uncle Scrooge and Donald Duck #1. This is 1 of 70 Uncle Scrooge issues by Barks. /// key 1st issue 
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Barks cover pencils and inks = *****
"Only a Poor Man" Barks story pencils and inks 32 pages = ****
Barks back cover pencils and inks = ***
Barks inside back cover pencils and inks (black and white) = ***
Barks inside front cover pencils and inks (black and white) = ***

Carl Barks

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