Lot # 95 - Vintage National Lampoon Magazines and Trading Cards– Adult Literature

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Start Date/Time: 28-Jul-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 04-Aug-2026 8:34:00 PM
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 binder with eight pages of trading cards.

Vintage *National Lampoon* Magazine Collection – 1970s–1980s (22 Issues)** A curated assortment of original *National Lampoon* magazines and related humor publications spanning the mid‑1970s through early 1980s.

These issues showcase the magazine’s iconic satirical style, bold cover art, and cultural commentary. Covers feature work by notable illustrators including Joe Orlando, Don Punchatz, Edward Gorey, Russ Heath, and Robert Grossman.

**Highlights include:** - *National Lampoon* “Sports” Issue – July 1979 Features classic comedic sports-themed cover art and period satire. - *National Lampoon* “Fantasy Issue” – July 1980 Known for its whimsical, surreal cover illustration. - *National Lampoon* “The Role of Sex in History” – June 1979 A collectible issue with provocative historical satire. - *National Lampoon* “Back to College” – September 1975 Popular among collectors for its campus‑life parody. - *National Lampoon* “Today’s Teens” – August 1978 A humorous look at youth culture of the era. - *National Lampoon* “I Got My Job Through the National Lampoon” – June 1977 Features a memorable comedic cover with an elephant. - *National Lampoon* “Rainy Day Sunday Fun book Issue” – June 1974 Illustrated by Edward Gorey; highly desirable among art and comic collectors. - *National Lampoon* “Showdown in the Jungle” – 1975 Comic‑style action cover by Russ Heath. - *National Lampoon* “Dessert” – July 1975 Known for its surreal clay‑figure artwork. - *National Lampoon* “Classical Republic” – March 1974 Joe Orlando’s classical‑style satirical illustration. - *Sports Illustrated* “The Call is Courage” A vintage baseball‑themed issue included with the set.

**Condition:** Overall good vintage condition. Some issues show typical age‑related wear such as edge rubbing, minor creasing, or light discoloration. Covers remain vibrant and structurally sound. 

**National Lampoons Trading Card Collection**- Binder with Eight sheets of oversized trading cards featuring National Lampoon illustrations and magazine cover art. In very good condition. 

**Notes:** Ideal for collectors of vintage satire, pop culture historians, comic art enthusiasts, or anyone seeking original *National Lampoon* material from the magazine’s golden era. 


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