André Franquin, a renowned Belgian comics artist, left an indelible mark on the world of graphic storytelling, his most iconic and enduring creations being the lovable yet mischievous Gaston and the exotic, prehensile-tailed Marsupilami.
For over two decades, from 1947 to 1969, Franquin masterfully crafted the Spirou et Fantasio comic strip, a period widely regarded by fans and critics alike as the series' most vibrant and golden era.