FANTASY CARS & VEHICLES BY BLAKE & MORTIMER (HACHETT - Lot 263

FANTASY CARS & VEHICLES BY BLAKE & MORTIMER (HACHETTE) N°25: The Stratospheric Shark Based on the album: The Secret of Swordfish. Collector's model in metal and injection-molded plastic, from the official Hachette collection, reproducing the fearsome star-spangled red attack craft of usurper Basam-Damdu's army of the Yellow Empire. With its typical aggressive, streamlined lines, this fighter is one of the most emblematic machines in Edgar P. Jacobs' first masterpiece. The miniature is presented disassembled on its card, next to its black curved support arm and circular display base bearing the inscription "The Secret of Swordfish". Characteristics and contents of the lot: Status: Brand new in original sealed packaging (original plastic over-blister intact). Components included: * Red Stratospheric Shark fighter miniature. Presentation accessories (black support arm). Dedicated black circular display stand. Exclusive documentary booklet n°25 inserted at the back, including a magnifying glass analysis of the work (Le Secret de l'Espadon - Tome 2). Condition: Vehicle and accessories: mint condition. The fighter and its supporting structure are perfectly preserved and sealed under the original transparent thermoformed rigid shell. The wings, rear propeller and bright red paintwork are immaculate. Packaging / Booklet: The whole set remains fully sealed in its original publisher's bag. The large, soft blue cardboard backing is very well preserved, remaining flat and clean, with only the slightest rippling from storage. The colors are very fresh. An essential anthology piece illustrating the series' major technological confrontations.