Humbug June 1958

Published in the United States in June 1958, Humbug Volume 1, Number 10 is an exceptional and highly collectible vintage issue of the short-lived but critically acclaimed satirical magazine founded by Harvey Kurtzman and fellow creative dissidents who departed Mad magazine. Featuring contributions from iconic cartoonists such as Will Elder, Al Jaffee, Jack Davis, and Arnold Roth, Humbug pushed the boundaries of post-war American satire with sophisticated parodies, biting social critique, and exceptionally detailed illustrative humor.

The front cover features a striking satirical collage illustration blending a high-fashion model in a yellow dress with a chaotic street scene of tumbling hats, policemen, and onlookers, topped by the bold red HUMBUG masthead alongside the publication details JUNE 1958 VOLUME 1 NUMBER 10 CDC. In the upper right corner, the 25c cover price is prominently printed, accompanied by a tongue-in-cheek fashion blurb reading Today's Fashion Photos Have Smartest Settings. Inside, the magazine offers a rich collection of satirical articles, comic strips, and cartoon artwork. An essential centerpiece collectible for vintage comic archives, Mad magazine historians, Harvey Kurtzman collections, and classic satirical print libraries.