{"product_id":"magazine-spirou-n-3394-vintage-papyrus-egypte-ancien-collector","title":"Spirou Magazine No. 3394 Vintage – Ancient Egyptian Papyrus Collector","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot features an illustrated magazine shown in the photo: it is the periodical \"Spirou,\" issue number 3394. The cover depicts a colorful drawing inspired by ancient Egypt, with a character in pharaonic costume and an Horus mask, as well as a young character dressed in Egyptian style, in reference to the \"Papyrus\" series. The dominant hues are yellow, sandy beige, black, and shades of gold, providing a vintage effect and evoking the world of classic Franco-Belgian comics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Spirou\" logo appears at the top, with the number 3394 clearly visible. The caption \"Qui se cache derrière le masque d'Horus ? Papyrus dans la tourmente !\" (Who hides behind the mask of Horus? Papyrus in turmoil!) indicates the central theme of the issue, linked to the character of Papyrus, a recurring hero of the adventure series. In the upper left corner, the \"Dupuis\" logo (the magazine's historical publisher) appears in small print, confirming the publication's authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe spine of the magazine is visible on the left, suggesting a typical soft binding for Spirou periodical publications. No major defects are observable on the front cover: the cover appears clean, without tears or moisture marks, and the colors remain vibrant. The barcode is visible in the lower left, along with the original price (€1.60), which places this issue in a contemporary period with a vintage aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover design, blending humor and adventure, is characteristic of the Spirou style and its flagship series. The drawing combines historical details and classic comic book elements, making it an attractive issue for fans of old magazines and Franco-Belgian comic book culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible cover is in good overall condition, with possible slight handling marks. No major snags or creases are apparent on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Spirou magazine has been published weekly since 1938 by Dupuis. It has featured many iconic Franco-Belgian comic series, such as \"Papyrus,\" \"Gaston Lagaffe,\" and \"The Smurfs.\" The \"Papyrus\" series, created by Lucien De Gieter in 1974, is loosely inspired by the mythology and history of ancient Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour order will be carefully packaged and shipped quickly by a professional seller, with tracking and particular attention to the preservation of the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old Spirou, vintage comic magazine, collector Spirou review, Papyrus Egypt, issue 3394, old comic book magazine, Dupuis comics, old French comic, retro youth magazine, illustrated periodical, Spirou issue, Papyrus cover\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54235468235079,"sku":"463f4888-0a45-464d-8393-7bbe1afbb479","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_ad0dffa7-ab43-4ab6-8163-893b74881f9a.jpg?v=1782470068","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/magazine-spirou-n-3394-vintage-papyrus-egypte-ancien-collector","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}