LOONEY TUNES (1929 - PRESENT) The Peter Longden Collection: Bugs Bunny Holiday Special 86 Original Hand-painted Cover

The original hand-painted cover artwork by Peter Longden for the 1986 Bugs Bunny Holiday Special comic book. This lot comes from the personal collection of renowned cartoon illustrator and author Peter Longden.

This published piece features Bugs Bunny, Sylvester, Yosemite Sam, and Tweety, rendered on paper and adhered to an illustration board with tape. It is overlaid with a protective plastic sheet, to which the title and price cutouts have been affixed. "Bugs Bunny Holiday Special 1986 F/Cover" is inscribed in pencil along the lower edge. Dimensions: 51 cm x 38 cm (20" x 15")

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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.

Estimate: £300 - 600 M

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