collection Hachette 1/24 - Model car (2) - La voiture pour Nanking ET La voiture de Mitsuhirato

This item refers to part of the Hachette Collection of 1/24 scale model cars, specifically two vehicles named "La voiture pour Nanking" and "La voiture de Mitsuhirato." These models draw inspiration from the same Tintin adventure, "Le Lotus Bleu," featuring scenes and characters from the story set in China. The Hachette collections are well-known for producing detailed and historically inspired die-cast models that replicate vehicles from classic literature, cinema, and history. Scale 1/24 is popular for model cars as it balances a manageable display size with the ability to include rich detail. The "Nanking" car and Mitsuhirato's car would be miniature representations of automobiles depicted or symbolizing those used by characters within the narrative. Collectors appreciate such models for their craftsmanship, connection to Tintin lore, and as pieces reflecting automotive design aesthetics from the early 20th century period.