Vintage Tintin Magazine No. 556, June 1959, French Comic Journal, Ric Hochet Cover – 2C64

An authentic vintage issue of the iconic Tintin magazine, No. 556, published in June 1959, during the golden age of European comics led by Hergé.

This issue features a striking noir-style cover centered on Ric Hochet, with a bold graphic composition in black and red tones. The design incorporates stylized postage stamp portraits, reinforcing the investigative theme (“Enquête chez les timbrés”), giving the cover a strong mid-century detective aesthetic highly appreciated by collectors.

Inside, the magazine offers a rich and varied selection of content:

• Episodes from Tintin au Tibet
• Ric Hochet detective story
• Adventure comics: Oumpah-Pah by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo
• Illustrated articles (including naval and technological subjects)
• Adventure stories and editorial content
• Original vintage advertisements and period graphics

Published by Le Lombard, this issue is a fine example of 1950s European comic culture, blending storytelling, journalism, and graphic design. Its darker, more mature cover style and inclusion of Ric Hochet make it especially appealing for collectors seeking variety within the Tintin series.

Details

• Type: Illustrated comic magazine
• Title: Tintin
• Issue: No. 556
• Date: June 1959
• Publisher: Le Lombard
• Language: French
• Pages: 36
• Dimensions: Approx. 21 × 30 cm (8.3 × 11.8 in)

Condition

Good vintage condition. Visible central fold mark. Light edge wear and minor creases. Small signs of handling consistent with age. Interior clean and complete. Binding remains intact.