Marvelous Melmo Osamu Tezuka Yujin Gashapon trading figure

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Description
Figurine depicting the character of Melmo, from the universe of Osamu Tezuka, published by Yujin in the Gashapon/trading figure series. The visible model has a glossy finish, with clear and contrasting colours. The figurine adopts a characteristic pose, leaning forward, hands clasped in front of the body, giving an expressive and dynamic attitude typical of 1970s manga style. The stylized black hair, styled in a pointed fringe, is well defined, as are the large, underlined black eyes, the character's graphic signature.

The upper body is painted in dark blue, adorned with a large bright red bow on the chest. The short yellow skirt contrasts with the long ivory legs ending in red boots. The whole is molded in a single piece, with no visible articulation on this side. The surfaces are smooth, with a uniform lacquered appearance, typical of Japanese gashapon figures.

The facial details are clear, with neat eyelashes and eyebrows, as well as a fine and discreet mouth. No accessories or base are visible on the front. The figurine rests directly on its red boots, which provide a stable base. No major paint defects or chips are apparent on the visible area, the brightness of the colours being well preserved.

The general shape is slender, faithful to the original design of Marvelous Melmo, an emblematic character created by Osamu Tezuka. The visual aspect clearly evokes the retro aesthetic of early 1970s Japanese animated productions, with stylized proportions and a simple but effective graphic palette.

Condition
Used item sold as is. The visible surface appears in good overall condition, with no cracks or missing parts on the front. Some micro-traces related to handling or exposure may remain, without altering the general appearance.

Did you know? The character of Marvelous Melmo (Fushigi na Melmo) was created in 1971 by Osamu Tezuka, pioneer of modern manga. This series addresses, through a fantastic narrative, the theme of growth and bodily transformation, a rare subject in Japanese youth animation at that time. Gashapon figures, like this one, come from vending machines that have been very popular in Japan since the 1980s.

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