Funcken LF/Les singes. Set of 4 original plates illustrating the theme of Jacques Brel's song. Published in the tribute album "Ces gens-là, J'arrive" in 1988. Superb work masterfully staged by this mythical comic-book couple. Magnificent collector's item. India ink and watercolor. Signed. TBE+. 25 X 37 Link to the song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcGsiyJcNGQ Liliane (1927-2015) and Fred Funcken (1921-2013) form a unique and inseparable couple in the world of comics. In the 60s and 70s, they worked on numerous series with historical themes (Le chevalier blanc, Harald le viking, Doc Silver, Capitan, lieutenant Burton, etc.) in a realistic style. They also worked extensively on the "Les costumes les armes" series, leaving a colossal 18-volume body of work.

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