{"product_id":"magazine-spirou-vintage-n-3493-soda-couverture-bd-retro-annees-2000","title":"Spirou Vintage Magazine No. 3493 – Soda, Retro 2000s Comic Cover","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 illustrated magazine is the comic book periodical \"Spirou\", visible here in its issue number 3493. The cover features a dynamic scene with the character Soda, drawn in action, revolver in hand, bursting through a broken door, emphasized by glass breakage effects and a stylized bullet impact. The illustration, typical of the Franco-Belgian style, is distinguished by bold colors and clean lines, faithful to the Spirou aesthetic of the 2000s. At the top of the page, there is the mention “PIERRE TOMBAL: a trouvé un remède contre la Mort” (PIERRE TOMBAL: has found a cure for Death), as well as a miniature comic strip integrated into the upper frieze, a recurring graphic signature of the weekly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"SPIRou\" logo appears large on the upper part, partially obscured by the visual effect of a broken pane of glass, adding a touch of originality to this edition. The overall layout retains the emblematic presentation of Spirou magazines, with secondary title inserts at the bottom of the cover, notably mentioning \"La petite Lucie\", \"J.K.J. Bloche\", or \"Femmes en blanc\". The issue number (3493) is clearly visible on the spine and the upper left corner, confirming the authenticity of this booklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe magazine features stapled binding visible on the side, typical of periodical publications. The cover colors are vibrant: predominantly gray, red, yellow, and blue. The barcode and the printed price (1.90 €) are at the bottom right, indicating a publication intended for newsstand sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe magazine is photographed standing, leaning against a shelf of old books, which highlights its traditional illustrated magazine format. No major defects are visible on the front face: the cover appears well preserved, with no apparent creases or tears on the area shown. The corners are slightly marked, indicating occasional use but an overall satisfactory condition for a copy of this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe themes covered in this issue, according to the visible titles, include humor, adventure comic strips, and some practical sections, true to the spirit of Spirou magazine. This edition illustrates well the editorial continuity of the magazine, between graphic modernity and the heritage of Franco-Belgian classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The cover visible in the photo shows no notable defects other than minor signs of wear on the corners. The rest of the magazine is not visible in the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Spirou magazine, founded in 1938 in Belgium, is one of the oldest comic strip weeklies still published. It has seen the birth of famous series such as \"Gaston Lagaffe\", \"Les Tuniques Bleues\", and \"Spirou et Fantasio\". The character Soda, featured on this cover, was created in 1986 by Philippe Tome and Luc Warnant, then taken over by Bruno Gazzotti.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller specializing in vintage items and illustrated press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Spirou magazine, vintage comic, retro magazine, issue 3493, Soda Tome, youth newspaper, Franco-Belgian comic book, illustrated cover, French comics, old magazine, Spirou 2000s, French comic book, Spirou retro issue\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54249546514759,"sku":"29982494-1ea3-44b2-92e5-1d2e147a73d3","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_ff4c456c-04ed-4a52-a709-77a71295f029.jpg?v=1782691501","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/magazine-spirou-vintage-n-3493-soda-couverture-bd-retro-annees-2000","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}