Vintage Tintin magazine Ric Hochet collector's cover old issue

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Description

The magazine visible in the photo is an old issue of the famous weekly "Tintin," identifiable by its iconic logo in pink letters on a white background, with the caption "L'hebdomadaire des super-jeunes de 7 à 77 ans" (The weekly for super-young people aged 7 to 77). The cover highlights the series "Ric Hochet" with the title "La liste mortelle" (The Deadly List) in yellow and red typography, characteristic of Franco-Belgian comics from the 1970s. A blond male character, mouth open in a scream, occupies most of the cover, while in the foreground, an individual in a red suit and full-face red helmet with a white and blue stripe points a weapon from which stylized flames escape.

The magazine is presented vertically, with the visible cover in vivid colors and a typical drawing of the era. In the upper right, a drawn insert features another character with the speech bubble "Capitaine Sabre dans l'antre du fou" (Captain Sabre in the Madman's Lair). In the lower left, a printed reference code ("M2237 – 503 – BFF") is clearly legible, confirming the original paper edition.

The back and interior of the magazine are not visible in the photo; only the front cover is shown. The spine is slightly marked, which is common for old magazines, but no major tears or missing parts appear on the front. The colors remain well-contrasted, a sign of proper preservation of the print.

The graphic style, layout, and association of the title "Tintin" with Ric Hochet place this issue in the vintage period, most likely the 1970s, making it a sought-after item by fans of Franco-Belgian comics.

The magazine is placed on a light surface, in an interior setting, with old books in the background, which enhances its retro and heritage character. The graphic elements and the composition of the cover demonstrate the dynamism typical of youth publications of that era.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible cover shows minor signs of wear consistent with age, with no apparent major tears on the front. Photos are contractual.

Did you know? "Tintin" magazine was published from 1946 to 1988 and featured many iconic series such as Ric Hochet, Blake and Mortimer, and Michel Vaillant. Ric Hochet, created by André-Paul Duchâteau and Tibet in 1955, became one of the journal's essential heroes with his detective investigations and recognizable graphic style.

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