Vintage Tintin Magazine N°17 80s Modeste 30th Anniversary Collector's Edition

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Description

Illustrated magazine shown in the photo. This is a copy of the famous weekly "Tintin," identifiable here by its recognizable cover with a yellow and black logo on a bright yellow background, bearing the mention "76 pages." The issue number displayed at the top right is N°17, 49th year, which places this magazine in the 1980s. The cover features the character Modeste, with a pink insert "Modeste is 30!" and a humorous illustration typical of the Franco-Belgian style of this period.

The cover scene, in bold colors, shows a character receiving a cake on his head in front of his door, while another character is on the ground, and three children laugh behind a bush. The white speech bubble at the top right ("Thirty years? How time flies...") adds a humorous touch characteristic of the series.

The magazine features the mention "With 5 complete stories" in blue on the cover, indicating rich and varied content, true to the spirit of youth magazines of that era. Price details for several countries (Belgium, Canada, Spain, Luxembourg, Switzerland) are visible at the top left, confirming the international distribution of the title.

The spine, visible on the left side, shows slight wear consistent with a vintage magazine. The colors remain vibrant and the graphics sharp, with no major fading apparent. No major tears are visible on the front; the overall presentation remains very good for a vintage copy.

The lower right corner bears the printed reference "23-4-85," which probably corresponds to the publication date (April 23, 1985), reinforcing its attribution to the 80s. At the bottom left, an additional reference "M2237-502-11FF" is visible, typical of periodical editions.

Condition

Used magazine in good overall condition for its age, with slight signs of wear visible on the spine and edges. Cover colors well preserved, no missing parts or notable tears on the front. Sold as is.

Did you know? The magazine "Tintin," launched in 1946 by Éditions du Lombard, has impacted several generations of readers in France and Belgium. The series "Modeste et Pompon," created by André Franquin, was published in its pages starting in the 1950s and enjoyed lasting success, contributing to the magazine's popularity.

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