Spirou magazine No. 900, 1955, Mermoz cover, rare vintage edition

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Description

This magazine presented is an original copy of the famous weekly "Spirou," issue number 900, dated July 14, 1955. The cover features an iconic visual with a pink biplane at the top against a yellow background, accompanied by an illustration depicting comic strip characters in a colorful gag, typical of the era. The title "SPIRou" appears in thick black letters, immediately recognizable by fans of Franco-Belgian comic press.

The cover header announces in large letters a story dedicated to "Mermoz" and his exploits in the hostile desert, emphasizing the adventurous aspect characteristic of this period of the magazine. The visible panels, with vivid and contrasting colors (predominantly yellow, blue, black, and pink), illustrate a humorous passage where the protagonists discover their skin is blue, typical of the graphic style of the 1950s.

The bottom of the page presents six comic strip panels, with legible handwritten dialogues and speech bubbles. The overall impression reflects the drawing style and post-war coloring, with marked lines and classic layout. The mention "Weekly. 18th Year. 24 pages. No. 900. July 14, 1955. 30 francs." is clearly visible at the top, confirming the authenticity and precise dating of this copy.

Only one side of the cover is visible in the provided photo. No details of the back or interior pages are observable. The magazine is placed vertically on a festive background (Christmas decor), but this does not affect its bibliophilic description.

Spirou issue 900 is a significant edition, both for its symbolic numbering and the quality of its cover illustrations. This type of magazine, in the traditional format of the comic press of the time, is sought after for the richness of its illustrated content and the importance of its historical series.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible cover shows slight undulations in the upper right corner and a slightly patinated appearance, with no apparent tears or missing parts on the visible side. The colors remain vibrant and the inscriptions perfectly legible.

Did you know? Spirou magazine, launched in 1938 by Dupuis editions, is one of the oldest French-language comic weeklies still published. Issue 900, published in 1955, testifies to the golden age of the magazine, a period when many emblematic heroes like Spirou, Fantasio, or the Marsupilami marked the history of Franco-Belgian comics.

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