Magazine Spirou N°3381 Vintage Retro Candlemas Comic Book Cover

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Detailed visual description

This magazine, visible in the photo, is an issue of the famous comic periodical "Spirou," number 3381. The cover features a colorful illustration predominantly light blue and white, with touches of red and yellow. The title "SPIRou" appears in large sky-blue lettering on a white background, accompanied by the Spirou.com logo on the left. Just below, the mention "3381 Chandeleur: un numéro étonnamment crépu!" (Candlemas: a surprisingly curly issue!) is in red letters, indicating a thematic Candlemas issue.

The cover is illustrated by a sequence of four humorous panels depicting a Santa Claus-like character, dressed in red and white, preparing then fishing for a crêpe on a frozen lake. The graphic style is typical of Franco-Belgian comics, with expressive drawing, marked black outlines, and dynamic staging. Two author signatures are visible at the bottom right: "Thierry Robin, Lewis Trondheim."

On the left edge, the date "20.01.09," the price "1,90 ?," and the mention "hebdomadaire des amateurs de bulles" (weekly for bubble enthusiasts) are visible, confirming the periodical nature of the item. The barcode is visible at the top right, vertical, with the reference "M 2833-1."

The overall condition of the magazine shows a clean cover, with no major creases or apparent tears on the visible side. The colors are crisp, and the spine appears in good condition. No major defects are to be reported on the front presented.

The cover's presentation, the humor of the drawing, and the direct reference to Candlemas make this issue a graphically characteristic one, typical of the 2000s in the Spirou universe.

Condition

Used magazine, sold as is. The visible side shows slight traces of use consistent with normal handling, with no apparent major defects.

Did you know? Spirou magazine, launched in 1938, is a pillar of Franco-Belgian comics. It saw the debut of emblematic series such as "Gaston Lagaffe," "Les Tuniques Bleues," and "Le Petit Spirou." This issue 3381, dated January 2009, illustrates the journal's tradition of offering thematic issues related to popular holidays.

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