Magazine: COM volume 40
- Art Funded
- 2012
- Dimensions
- 25 x 18.5 cm
- Art Fund grant
- £28 (Total: £28)
- Vendor
- The Japan Centre
Born in Osaka, he is best known as the creator of Astro Boy, Kimba the White Lion and Black Jack. He is often credited as the Godfather of Anime, and is frequently compared to Walt Disney, who served as a major inspiration during his formative years. His prolific output, pioneering techniques, and innovative redefinitions of genres earned him such titles as the father of manga, the god of comics Presented by the Art Fund and the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation.
Provenance
Contemporary piece; acquired via UK dealer.
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