The original hand-painted cover artwork by Peter Longden for issue #1621 of TV Comic. This lot comes from the personal collection of renowned cartoon illustrator and author Peter Longden.
This mixed-media published work is rendered on paper adhered to an illustration board with tape, with select elements created as cutouts and affixed to the main composition. It features Bugs Bunny alongside Tom and Jerry, with "TV Comic 1621 Front Cover" inscribed in blue ink along the lower edge. Dimensions: 49.5 cm x 37 cm (19.5" x 14.5")
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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.