GASTON LAGAFFE'S INVENTIONS (HACHETTE) - Lot 280

GASTON LAGAFFE'S INVENTIONS (HACHETTE) N°7: The radio-controlled Taxi Inspired by the universe created by : André Franquin. Collector's figurine in resin and plastic, from the official Hachette collection, featuring one of Gaston Lagaffe's most memorable miniature inventions: his miniature replica of the famous two-tone (yellow and black) Fiat 509 cab, piloted by remote control. The statuette is brimming with detail, depicting Gaston leaning forward, a big, amused smile on his lips, wielding the remote control with its long metal antenna. At his feet is the little chequered cab, ready to weave its way through the editorial corridors. The whole is presented on a black display base imitating a paving stone, adorned with a gold plate engraved with the words "TAXI RADIOCOMMANDÉ". Characteristics and contents of the lot: Status: Brand new in original sealed packaging (original plastic over-blister intact). Components included: * Gaston figurine, remote control and mini cab on engraved base. The exclusive documentary booklet n°7 inserted at the back, including a special dossier on the author F'murr (Le Génie des alpages). Condition: Figure: mint condition. The model and its fine parts (such as the radio control antenna) are ideally protected under the original transparent thermoformed hard shell, safe from any handling. The paintwork and checkerboard patterns on the mini cab are impeccable. Packaging / Booklet: The set is kept fully sealed in its original protective bag. The large yellow cardboard backing is very well preserved, clean and flat, with no major creases or chips. A superb collector's item featuring Gaston's favorite car in a charming miniature version.