Tintin - Dessin sur celluloïd d'animation – Les Aventures de Tintin (Hergé) – 1957 à 1964 - 1 original drawing - 1967

Animation cels, or "celluloïd" drawings, represent a fundamental part of traditional film animation history. This original drawing from "Les Aventures de Tintin"—spanning 1957 to 1964—provides a rare glimpse into the meticulous process behind bringing Hergé's beloved character Tintin to life on screen. Animation cels are transparent sheets on which individual frames are hand-painted, then layered over static backgrounds to create the illusion of motion when photographed in sequence. This particular cel is part of a larger body of work adapting the iconic comic strip series into animated form during the mid-20th century. Collectors and enthusiasts value such pieces highly, as they not only capture the artistry of Hergé's world but also embody an era before digital animation dominated. Owning an original cel connects one intimately to the craftsmanship and history of animation’s golden age.