Berthelot, Gérard - 1 Original page - L'Affaire Seznac - Signée & Dédicacée
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Gérard Berthelot original ink plate (Planche 14) for L'Affaire Seznec, signed and inscribed, Chinese ink on paper, about 42 × 32 cm with eight panels around the Morlaix scene including the victim’s car and a rural house.
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Original Ink Plate Pl. 14 (Seznec/Morlaix)
Offer Title
Gérard Berthelot - The Seznec Case, Original Plate Pl. 14 (Chinese ink, dedicated & signed) - Iconic scene Morlaix/Car - Size 42x32 cm
Description of the Original Plate (Plate 14)
This lot contains an exceptionally detailed original ink plate (Plate 14) by artist Gérard Berthelot for the comic 'L'Affaire Seznec' (or a related part of the historical series).
Technique and Format: The plate is executed in Chinese ink on paper and measures approximately 42 x 32 cm. The condition is excellent.
Composition and Scenes: The panel is composed of eight frames and depicts a crucial moment from the Seznec case, with the well-known locations in Brittany:
Central Theme: The scene focuses on the victim's car (Pierre Quéméneur) and the characters (Seznec or investigative journalist Paul Cordier) near Morlaix.
Iconic Detail: The plate features a clearly readable signpost with the names of the cities and distances, as well as depictions of a car and a rural building in the surrounding area.
These are iconic images for everyone who is familiar with the historical Zaak-Seznec.
Detailing: The drawing work is very precise, with attention to rural architecture, the road signs, and the detailing of the car in the various frames.
Dedication and Signature (Very special): The plate is signed at the bottom right and features a personal dedication in pencil: 'pour Luc et Darcy'.
History of the Album and Comic Artist
Album/Series: "L'Affaire Seznec". The scenario of this series focuses on the unsolved crime surrounding the sale of Cadillac cars and the disappearance of Pierre Quéméneur near Morlaix in 1923, for which Guillaume Seznec was wrongly convicted.
Illustrator: Gérard Berthelot is known for his realistic and historically accurate drawing style, which perfectly fits these investigative stories. He is also the illustrator of the series about 'Albert Londres, Prince of Reporters'.
Valuation estimate (Slide 14)
The value of this plate is determined by the following elements:
Iconic scene: The image features the car and the road signs to Morlaix, which is one of the most iconic and crucial visual elements of the historic Zaak-Seznec case. Scenes that directly reference key moments are highly sought after.
Detailing and Technique: The plate is highly detailed, professionally executed in Chinese ink, and created by a respected author, Gérard Berthelot.
Dedication (Collectible value): The personal, handwritten dedication 'pour Luc et Darcyc' makes this piece unique and significantly increases its emotional and collectible value, often more than a regular signature.
(attached color page from the album)
Indicative Valuation
An original, signed, and dedicated ink plate of this size, which also depicts a key scene from a historical comic strip, is at the top of the market for Berthelot's work.
The value for this unique, dedicated, and iconic watch is likely between €500 and €800.
Recommendation for the auction
Start price: Set a realistic starting price, for example around € 400 - € 450, to attract bidders.
Reserve price (optional): Consider setting a reserve price to ensure the plate is not sold for less than the minimum desired value (for example, around € 500).
Here is the French translation of your parcel description.
Original Ink Board No. 14 (Seznec/Morlaix Case)
Offer Title
Gérard Berthelot - The Seznec Case, Original Plate No. 14 (Chinese ink, inscribed & signed) - Iconic Scene Morlaix/Car - Format 42x32 cm
Original Board Description (Board 14)
This lot includes an original ink drawing (Board 14) by the artist Gérard Berthelot, exceptionally detailed, for the comic book 'L'Affaire Seznec' (or a related part of this historical series).
Technique and Format: The board is made with Chinese ink on paper and measures approximately 42 x 32 cm. Its condition is excellent.
Composition and Scenes: The board consists of eight panels and depicts a crucial moment of the Seznec case, with well-known locations in Brittany:
Central Theme: The scene focuses on the victim's car (Pierre Quéméneur) and the characters (Seznec or investigative journalist Paul Cordier) in the vicinity of Morlaix.
Iconic Detail: The board includes a clearly readable sign with the names of the towns and distances, as well as representations of the car and a typical rural building from the region. These are iconic images for anyone familiar with the Seznec Affair history.
The drawing is very precise, with great attention to rural architecture, road signs, and the details of the car in the various panels.
Dedication and Signature (Very Special): The board is signed at the bottom right and features a personal dedication in pencil: 'for Luc and Darcyc.'
History of the Album and the Author
Album/Series: 'The Seznec Affair'. This series' plot focuses on the unsolved crime involving the sale of Cadillac cars and the disappearance of Pierre Quéméneur near Morlaix in 1923, for which Guillaume Seznec was unjustly convicted.
Gérard Berthelot is known for his realistic and historically accurate drawing style, which is perfectly suited to these investigative stories. He is also the illustrator of the series on 'Albert Londres, Prince of Reporters'.
Color page of the attached album
Valuation Estimate (Page 14)
The value of this board is determined by the following elements:
Iconic Scene: The board features the car and the traffic signs of Morlaix, which is one of the most iconic and crucial visual elements of the historic Seznec Affair. Scenes directly referencing key moments are highly sought after.
Detail and Technique: The plate is highly detailed, executed professionally in Chinese ink, and is the work of a respected artist, Gérard Berthelot.
Dedication (Collection Value): The handwritten personal dedication 'for Luc and Darcyc' makes this piece unique and significantly increases its emotional and collectible value, often more than a simple signature.
Indicative Value Estimate
An original ink drawing, signed and dedicated of this size, which also features a key scene from a historical comic strip, is among the top of the market for Berthelot's work.
The value of this unique, dedicated, and iconic board is likely between €500 and €800.
Recommendation for the Auction Sale
Starting Price: Set a realistic starting price, for example around €400 - €450, to attract bidders.
Reserve Price (Optional): Consider setting a reserve price to ensure the board is not sold below your desired minimum value (for example, around €500).
Original Ink Plate Pl. 14 (Seznec/Morlaix)
Offer Title
Gérard Berthelot - The Seznec Case, Original Plate Pl. 14 (Chinese ink, dedicated & signed) - Iconic scene Morlaix/Car - Size 42x32 cm
Description of the Original Plate (Plate 14)
This lot contains an exceptionally detailed original ink plate (Plate 14) by artist Gérard Berthelot for the comic 'L'Affaire Seznec' (or a related part of the historical series).
Technique and Format: The plate is executed in Chinese ink on paper and measures approximately 42 x 32 cm. The condition is excellent.
Composition and Scenes: The panel is composed of eight frames and depicts a crucial moment from the Seznec case, with the well-known locations in Brittany:
Central Theme: The scene focuses on the victim's car (Pierre Quéméneur) and the characters (Seznec or investigative journalist Paul Cordier) near Morlaix.
Iconic Detail: The plate features a clearly readable signpost with the names of the cities and distances, as well as depictions of a car and a rural building in the surrounding area.
These are iconic images for everyone who is familiar with the historical Zaak-Seznec.
Detailing: The drawing work is very precise, with attention to rural architecture, the road signs, and the detailing of the car in the various frames.
Dedication and Signature (Very special): The plate is signed at the bottom right and features a personal dedication in pencil: 'pour Luc et Darcy'.
History of the Album and Comic Artist
Album/Series: "L'Affaire Seznec". The scenario of this series focuses on the unsolved crime surrounding the sale of Cadillac cars and the disappearance of Pierre Quéméneur near Morlaix in 1923, for which Guillaume Seznec was wrongly convicted.
Illustrator: Gérard Berthelot is known for his realistic and historically accurate drawing style, which perfectly fits these investigative stories. He is also the illustrator of the series about 'Albert Londres, Prince of Reporters'.
Valuation estimate (Slide 14)
The value of this plate is determined by the following elements:
Iconic scene: The image features the car and the road signs to Morlaix, which is one of the most iconic and crucial visual elements of the historic Zaak-Seznec case. Scenes that directly reference key moments are highly sought after.
Detailing and Technique: The plate is highly detailed, professionally executed in Chinese ink, and created by a respected author, Gérard Berthelot.
Dedication (Collectible value): The personal, handwritten dedication 'pour Luc et Darcyc' makes this piece unique and significantly increases its emotional and collectible value, often more than a regular signature.
(attached color page from the album)
Indicative Valuation
An original, signed, and dedicated ink plate of this size, which also depicts a key scene from a historical comic strip, is at the top of the market for Berthelot's work.
The value for this unique, dedicated, and iconic watch is likely between €500 and €800.
Recommendation for the auction
Start price: Set a realistic starting price, for example around € 400 - € 450, to attract bidders.
Reserve price (optional): Consider setting a reserve price to ensure the plate is not sold for less than the minimum desired value (for example, around € 500).
Here is the French translation of your parcel description.
Original Ink Board No. 14 (Seznec/Morlaix Case)
Offer Title
Gérard Berthelot - The Seznec Case, Original Plate No. 14 (Chinese ink, inscribed & signed) - Iconic Scene Morlaix/Car - Format 42x32 cm
Original Board Description (Board 14)
This lot includes an original ink drawing (Board 14) by the artist Gérard Berthelot, exceptionally detailed, for the comic book 'L'Affaire Seznec' (or a related part of this historical series).
Technique and Format: The board is made with Chinese ink on paper and measures approximately 42 x 32 cm. Its condition is excellent.
Composition and Scenes: The board consists of eight panels and depicts a crucial moment of the Seznec case, with well-known locations in Brittany:
Central Theme: The scene focuses on the victim's car (Pierre Quéméneur) and the characters (Seznec or investigative journalist Paul Cordier) in the vicinity of Morlaix.
Iconic Detail: The board includes a clearly readable sign with the names of the towns and distances, as well as representations of the car and a typical rural building from the region. These are iconic images for anyone familiar with the Seznec Affair history.
The drawing is very precise, with great attention to rural architecture, road signs, and the details of the car in the various panels.
Dedication and Signature (Very Special): The board is signed at the bottom right and features a personal dedication in pencil: 'for Luc and Darcyc.'
History of the Album and the Author
Album/Series: 'The Seznec Affair'. This series' plot focuses on the unsolved crime involving the sale of Cadillac cars and the disappearance of Pierre Quéméneur near Morlaix in 1923, for which Guillaume Seznec was unjustly convicted.
Gérard Berthelot is known for his realistic and historically accurate drawing style, which is perfectly suited to these investigative stories. He is also the illustrator of the series on 'Albert Londres, Prince of Reporters'.
Color page of the attached album
Valuation Estimate (Page 14)
The value of this board is determined by the following elements:
Iconic Scene: The board features the car and the traffic signs of Morlaix, which is one of the most iconic and crucial visual elements of the historic Seznec Affair. Scenes directly referencing key moments are highly sought after.
Detail and Technique: The plate is highly detailed, executed professionally in Chinese ink, and is the work of a respected artist, Gérard Berthelot.
Dedication (Collection Value): The handwritten personal dedication 'for Luc and Darcyc' makes this piece unique and significantly increases its emotional and collectible value, often more than a simple signature.
Indicative Value Estimate
An original ink drawing, signed and dedicated of this size, which also features a key scene from a historical comic strip, is among the top of the market for Berthelot's work.
The value of this unique, dedicated, and iconic board is likely between €500 and €800.
Recommendation for the Auction Sale
Starting Price: Set a realistic starting price, for example around €400 - €450, to attract bidders.
Reserve Price (Optional): Consider setting a reserve price to ensure the board is not sold below your desired minimum value (for example, around €500).
Details
Item
Original page
No. of items
1
Series
L'Affaire Seznac
Condition
Excellent condition
Artist
Berthelot, Gérard
Title of artwork
Signée & Dédicacée
Width
32 cm
Height
42 cm
