The evolution of Spirou (with alt-graphics and info)
The evolution of Spirou (with alt-graphics and info)
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Spirou (literally "squirrel") is one of the most venerable BD characters & franchises, going through something like nine creative teams or single creators over the years. Part of the reason for this turnover is that the originator, Robert Velter, sold the rights to Dupuis early in its history.
(an alternate layout)
Spirou's uniform is based on being a humble lift (elevator) operator, but it was artist-writer André Franquin who turned the character in to much more of an adventure figure. I understand that the current team (Yoann & Vehlmann) have now turned him in to a superhero(!)
I've tried to assemble the best versions of these graphics that I could, then did some upscaling and simple editing. Enjoy.
(and an expanded layout)