Dimpre was a prolific illustrator for the French
humorous papers such as Le Rire and comice for Jeudi .
After 1945 he was the creator of the comic book character
Slim Galaway.
I have several titles from this series of books, and
it is, by a long chalk, the most impressive - in drawing, colour and
sheer patternmaking (while not undermining the actuality of the information).
The cross-section of the ship on the bottom row, nestling
in a bed of flags is really original. Forgive the size of the jpegs and
be patient as they load. I think you will agree the wait is worthwhile. |