The original hand-painted front endpapers double-spread by Peter Longden for the 1985 issue of the children's comic book series Pippin. This lot comes from the personal collection of renowned cartoon illustrator and author Peter Longden.
This published piece is hand-painted on a folded illustration board and signed by Longden on the reverse in black ink. It features Morph, SuperTed, Jones the Steam, and other characters from the franchise. Notable pencil inscriptions include "This book belongs to", with an arrow indicating the later-added section, and "P2" and "P3," identifying the artwork as the piece created for the double-page spread at the book's beginning. Dimensions: 48.5 cm x 33 cm (19" x 13")
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About the Artist:
Cartoon artist and author Peter Longden has written twenty-two children's books and illustrated a further twenty-four, including several Noddy titles, Rupert the Bear, and a book by Jeffrey Archer. His own creations-Major Tom, The Fun Guys, Fruit and Veg, Cannelloni, Detective Duffy, and the Globs-showcase his playful approach to storytelling and character design.
Over four decades working on comics, annuals, and magazines, Longden built a substantial portfolio of original published work featuring beloved television and children's favourites such as Bugs Bunny, Postman Pat, Tom and Jerry, Budgie the Little Helicopter, Puppy in My Pocket, Jess the Cat, Spot the Dog, Charlie Chalk, and Bertha. His hand-drawn pieces remain noted for their charm, clarity, and classic cartoon craftsmanship.