Vintage old Tintin magazine - Mermaids splash, Belmondo cover, collector's item

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Description

This magazine shown in the photo is an old issue of the famous weekly "Tintin". On the cover, the title "Tintin" appears in orange letters on a white background, with the subtitle "The weekly for super-young people from 7 to 77 years old". In the top right, a typical illustration of a humorous character accompanies the logo, true to the magazine's graphic style.

The cover features a dreamlike and fantastical scene: a mermaid with white hair, surrounded by fish, emerging from a rock in an underwater setting. The catchy title, "Splash! When mermaids emerge from the water!", is written in yellow and black on the right side of the image, reinforcing the mysterious and illustrative aspect of the issue.

In the bottom left, a blue insert reads: "BELMONDO in advance... HAPPY EASTER", adding an event-related touch to this issue. The front cover layout, typical of youth magazines from the 1970s-1980s, is distinguished by its vivid colors, thick typography, and superimposed advertisements. The reference "M2237 – 477 – BFF" printed in the bottom left is also noticeable.

The visible spine suggests a flexible format, typical of magazines, with a slight patina on the edges and a cover that appears to have retained good flatness. The photograph highlights the slightly satiny texture of the cover, without excessive shine. No major defects are visible on the presented side, apart from slight signs of wear consistent with period use.

Condition

This magazine is second-hand and sold as-is. The visible cover shows good overall preservation for a vintage copy, with slight signs of wear on the edges and a few tiny visible creases. No major tears or significant stains are visible on the displayed side.

Did you know? Tintin magazine, launched in Belgium in 1946, was one of the flagship titles of Franco-Belgian comics, revealing many iconic heroes such as Blake and Mortimer, Alix, and Michel Vaillant, alongside Tintin. Its layout and tone left their mark on several generations of readers in France and Europe.

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