Large original illustration signed by Hergé and drawn for the Samaritaine department stores in Paris - (1978). This drawing was first used to illustrate the advertising campaign 'Collection des Tintimbres'. He subsequently drew the cover of the Journal Tintin without text (No167, 1978, French edition) and it was finally used the same year for the Collection N°17. Indian ink on drawing paper - Size: 37 x 45 cm - In perfect condition - Shipped in the original passe-partout frame with a postage stamp shape - With a certificate of authenticity issued by ART9experts. This great illustration is a collaborative work directed by Hergé for the main undisguised characters and by his collaborators, with Bob De Moor in mind, for the disguised characters and toys. The illustration is called 'Tintin au Paradis des Jouets' because it was created for an advertising campaign of the Samaritaine store, famous for its 'Paradis des Jouets' (Toys Paradise). It was also used to illustrate the toys catalogue and for the Tintin stamp bags. Superb festive composition featuring all the main characters, each one presenting a toy. The publications visible on the last 2 images are not part of the lot. These images are shown for information about these publications. Shipped with insurance - The shipping fees will be around €300 to €400 and adapted to the destination - Collection of the lot on-site is possible, with no extra fee, at the ‘Jeu de Bulles’ store located in 1000 Brussels, Belgium.