Franquin, André (1924-1997).
India ink on thick paper for this original illustration featuring Spirou, Fantasio, Spip and the Marsupilami. Illustration n°2 of the folding card Joyeux anniversaire addressed to the members of the club Les Amis de Spirou in 1952. This card was published by Dupuis and contains 7 unpublished illustrations. Remarkable realization, characteristic of this time when the author published Spirou et les héritiers and Les voleurs du Marsupilami. The line is sure, nervous. The composition is fine and detailed. Franquin offers us here one more testimony of his perfect graphic mastery. Without any doubt, a prestigious work! Drawing: 15,8x12,9cm Paper: 19x17,5cm
