Vintage Tintin magazine old Lester Cockney King of Dalmatians rare edition

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Description

The magazine shown in the photo is a vintage copy of the famous weekly "Tintin", identifiable by its colorful cover featuring the distinctive logo in the upper left corner. The edition presented highlights the series "Lester Cockney" on the front page with the title "Le roi des Dalmates" (The King of the Dalmatians). The comic-book style cover features a large drawn portrait of a bearded character surrounded by moving horsemen and action scenes, typical of the graphic universe of Tintin magazine from the 1970s-1980s. The mention "L'hebdomadaire des super-jeunes de 7 à 77 ans" (The weekly for super-young people from 7 to 77) is visible below the title, a signature of the publication. The upper right corner displays a handwritten price or classification label, as well as the mascot Snowy, Tintin's faithful companion.

The dominant color palette combines a light blue background with red, brown, and beige tones, enhancing the adventurous atmosphere. The "Lester Cockney" and "Le roi des Dalmates" lettering is printed in red and blue, contrasting with the detailed central illustration. The magazine is presented standing, at a slight angle, placed on a wooden surface and photographed in front of an old bookcase, which accentuates its retro and authentic character.

The upper left corner of the cover shows slight visible wear, with a slight fold, indicating prior use. No major defects are apparent on the visible side, with the exception of some usual micro-marks consistent with an old magazine. No other accessories or interior content are visible in this image; only the front cover is exposed.

This "Tintin" magazine is an old copy, prized for its illustrated covers and emblematic series, here "Lester Cockney", which captivated readers with its historical narratives and expressive drawings. The photographed edition is part of the tradition of European youth publications renowned for their editorial and graphic quality.

The left edge of the magazine, visible in the photo, shows a slight curvature but appears complete. No missing parts or cuts are observable on the front. The typography, illustration style, and mention of a price in francs confirm the authenticity of a period edition, typical of the 1970s or 1980s, without being able to specify the exact year in the absence of explicit indication on the image.

Condition

Used vintage magazine, sold as is. Shows slight signs of wear on the cover, particularly a fold in the upper left corner. Visibly complete on the front side, with no major apparent tears on the cover. Sold as shown in the photo.

Did you know? Tintin magazine, launched in 1946 in Belgium, published cult series such as Blake and Mortimer, Alix, and The Adventures of Tintin. Lester Cockney, created by Franz, is one of the journal's significant historical series, blending adventure, geopolitical context, and realistic drawing, and was regularly featured on covers in the 1980s.

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