THE PARSLEY ANNUAL - The Peter Longden Collection: 1973 Including the Herbs Original Hand-painted Covers

The original hand-painted front and back covers by Peter Longden for the 1973 issue of The Parsley Annual. This lot comes from the personal collection of renowned cartoon illustrator and author Peter Longden.

This published mixed-media artwork is rendered on an illustration board and mounted to a card border. The annual title and year run down the centre of the composition, separating the back cover from the section designated for the front. The scene features Parsley the Lion, Dill, Sage, Lady Rosemary, Sir Basil, Bayleaf, Constable Knapweed, The Chives, and other characters. Annotations in black ink are inscribed on the card border. Dimensions: 53 cm x 38.5 cm (20.75" x 15.25")

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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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