Dylan Dog #190

Dylan Dog #190, titled 'Il presagio' (The Omen), was released by Sergio Bonelli Editore in July 2003. As part of the long-running Italian horror comic series created by Tiziano Sclavi, this issue continues the tradition of blending supernatural investigation with existential inquiry. The series serves as a cornerstone of Italian popular culture, often using the horror genre as a vehicle to critique modern societal anxieties and philosophical dilemmas.

The issue features a script by Paola Barbato, one of the most prominent writers for the series, with artwork by Giovanni Freghieri, whose distinctive, moody style helped define the visual language of the character throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s. Barbato’s tenure is noted for deepening the psychological complexities of the protagonist, Dylan Dog, while Freghieri’s work is frequently praised for its gritty atmosphere and effective use of shadows, which are essential to the series' iconic aesthetic.