Rare Vintage Osamu Tezuka Hand-Signed Autograph Manga The Tree of Euphrates Book

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Product Overview

An incredibly rare, museum-quality collector's item for anime and manga enthusiasts worldwide. This is a vintage Japanese comic book of "The Tree of Euphrates", featuring an authentic, hand-signed autograph by the "God of Manga," Osamu Tezuka. Complete with his iconic "Hyoutan-tsugi" (Gourd-shaped character) illustration drawn right next to his signature, this piece represents a priceless fragment of manga history.

Product Details

This precious volume was personally signed by Osamu Tezuka himself at a bookstore promotional event in Japan around 1976 (Showa 51).

Hand-signed items by Tezuka are exceptionally rare on the global market, especially those containing his beloved signature character doodle. This is a definitive investment piece for serious comic art collectors.

Title: The Tree of Euphrates (Yufurate no Ki)

Author/Artist: Osamu Tezuka

Publisher: Daitosha

Year of Autograph: Circa 1976

Product Specifications

Dimensions: 6.9 in × 4.5 in (17.5 cm × 11.5 cm)

Weight: Approx. 0.66 lbs (0.3 kg)

Pages: Approx. 250 pages

Language: Japanese

Special Feature: Features an authentic, hand-signed autograph and original character drawing by Osamu Tezuka on the first page.

Product Specifications (Condition)

Condition: Vintage / Used

As this is a vintage item from the 1970s, it shows natural signs of aging, including paper discoloration (tanning/foxing) and minor wear on the cover and pages. Please review the photos carefully to assess the vintage condition before bidding.

Important Notes

No certificate of authenticity (COA) is included, as this was obtained directly from the author at a live bookstore event in 1976. The signature and drawing are guaranteed to be 100% authentic hand-written ink.

Please note that vintage manga paper naturally darkens over time; this is a testament to its age and historical value.

About the Artist – Osamu Tezuka

Osamu Tezuka (1928–1989) is universally revered as the "God of Manga" and the founding father of modern Japanese animation. Throughout his legendary career, he created over 700 manga series, pioneering cinematic camera angles, psychological depth, and complex story-driven narratives. His groundbreaking techniques laid the foundation for the entire global anime and manga industry.

Major Masterpieces:

- Astro Boy (Tetsuwan Atom): The legendary sci-fi masterpiece that became Japan's first full-fledged TV animated series in 1963.

- Black Jack: A gripping medical drama following a genius, unlicensed mercenary surgeon.

- Phoenix (Hi no Tori): An epic, philosophical saga about eternal life, widely considered his life's work.

- Kimba the White Lion (Jungle Taitei): A profound tale of nature, coexistence, and a young lion's growth.

- Princess Knight (Ribon no Kishi): The pioneering masterpiece that shaped the entire genre of Shojo (girls') manga.

Background of the Product

"The Tree of Euphrates" is a sci-fi psychological drama originally serialized from 1973 in Gakken's "Ko-ichi Course."

Synopsis:

During summer vacation, three high school students visit a remote island named "Ehofuba-jima" and eat the forbidden fruit of the "Euphrates Tree." Soon after, they gain terrifying supernatural powers tailored to their deepest desires. This masterpiece masterfully explores the dark depths of human greed, morality, and the consequences of absolute power, making it a highly sought-after title among Tezuka connoisseurs.

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