Original vintage Tintin Au Congo by Hergé, published by Casterman. Copyright page dated 1946. Large-format French-language Tintin hardcover album measuring approx. 9” x 12”.

Classic early Tintin title and highly collectible Hergé issue. Scarcer wartime/postwar-era French-language printing with desirable oversized format.

Condition (PLEASE READ):

Sold as found / restoration copy. Heavy wear throughout. Covers rubbed, scratched, edgeworn, rounded corners. Spine heavily damaged with splitting, loss, and looseness. Interior pages fragile with chipping, tears, edge losses, handling wear, age toning, and some detached/loose sections possible. Writing/marks present. Binding compromised. Complete page count not verified.

This is a well-worn but authentic early Tintin collectible, best suited for collectors needing a filler copy, display piece, or restoration candidate.

Please examine all photos carefully for exact condition.