Farid BOUDJELLAL (born 1953) Drawing probably humorous self-portrait, autographed With a speech bubble reading "If you hadn't given Farid all that coffee, the drawing wouldn't be so nervous!" Felt pen on paper Signed and dedicated below "Pour Isabelle - Bien Amicalement" (For Isabelle - Best regards) Comic strip author, notably on the themes of racism and immigration. With François Durpaire, he recently produced the trilogy "La Présidente" and "Elyzée". Small folds at corners. Folded sheet : Drawn side : Height. 29 - Width 20 cm

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