Rodolphe Töpffer

Rodolphe Töpffer was a literary pioneer who masterfully merged text and image. His "histoires en images" are considered precursors to modern comic strips and among the earliest European comic strips. Töpffer's narratives, often featuring eccentric characters in humorous situations, are distinguished by a unique visual style and witty text written beneath the images. His innovative work earned him recognition as one of the first genuine comic artists, influencing generations of creators who followed.