What car did Tintin drive?

Tintin was often seen driving various vehicles throughout his adventures, but the most iconic car associated with him is the Lancia Aprilia. This stylish Italian car appears in The Calculus Affair (L'Affaire Tournesol), where Tintin, Captain Haddock, and Snowy drive it through intense chase sequences. Other notable vehicles Tintin has used include: • Buick Model 1939 (The Black Island) • Jaguar Mk X (The Castafiore Emerald) • Citroën 15CV (Land of Black Gold) The adventures of Tintin frequently feature meticulously drawn, real-world vehicles, which Hergé, the creator of Tintin, illustrated with exceptional accuracy.

Moulinsart is the official company responsible for managing and protecting the Tintin brand and Hergé’s legacy. Named after Marlinspike Hall (Château de Moulinsart in French), Captain Haddock’s ancestral home, the company oversees licensing, merchandise, and copyrights related to The Adventures of Tintin. Founded by Nick Rodwell, the husband of Hergé’s widow, Fanny Rodwell, Moulinsart plays a crucial role in ensuring the authenticity and quality of official Tintin products, including the highly detailed 1:24 scale vehicle models available on Hornseys.

Are these Tintin model vehicles official merchandise?

Yes, the 1:24 scale Tintin vehicles sold by Hornseys are officially licensed by Moulinsart and crafted with exceptional detail. Each model is based on Hergé’s original illustrations and represents vehicles from Tintin’s many adventures.

Do the Tintin model cars come with certificates of authenticity?

Most official Moulinsart-licensed Tintin models come with a certificate of authenticity, confirming their status as an officially licensed collectible. If you are looking for a specific certification, please check the individual product descriptions or contact us for more details.

What scale are the Tintin vehicle models?

The 1:24 scale models mean that the vehicles are 24 times smaller than their real-world counterparts. This scale allows for a perfect balance between detail and display size, making them ideal for collectors who appreciate high-quality craftsmanship.

Can I buy other Tintin collectibles from Hornseys?

In addition to 1:24 scale vehicles, Hornseys stocks a wide range of Tintin collectibles, including: • 1:43 scale model cars • Tintin figurines & statues • Limited edition prints & artwork • Tintin books & graphic novels

Twentieth Century

Pencil Study
£195.00
Dunstan, Bernard
Tower Bridge: Original Lithograph
£195.00
Hogarth, Paul OBE RA
Santa Monica Beach: Original Lithograph
£195.00
Hogarth, Paul OBE RA
Sydney Harbour Bridge: Original Lithograph
£195.00
Hogarth, Paul OBE RA
Aesop’s Fables: Original Lithograph III: Lion
£175.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: Original Lithograph II: Venus
£175.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: Original Lithograph I: Eagle
£175.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Hare And The Tortoise
£175.00
Lithograph.
Pablo Picasso: Linogravures: Femme Couchee Et Guitariste
£175.00
Picasso, Pablo (After) Introduced By Boeck, Wilhelm
Pablo Picasso: Linogravures: Femme Dans Un Fauteuil Et Guitariste
£175.00
Picasso, Pablo (After) Introduced By Boeck, Wilhelm
Garsington Manor: Original Lithograph
£165.00
Paul Hogarth OBE RA
Aesop’s Fables: The One-Eyed Doe
£145.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Lion And The Dolphin
£145.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Mouse And The Weasel
£145.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Dog And The Shadow
£145.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Monkey And The Camel
£145.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Dog In The Manger
£145.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Herdsman And The Lost Bull
£145.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Lion And The Goat
£145.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Eagle And The Fox
£145.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Astronomer
£145.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Leopard And The Fox
£145.00
Lithograph.
Elisabeth Frink: Sculpture And Drawings 1952-1984: Signed By Elisabeth Frink
£145.00
Frink, Elisabeth & Kent, Sarah
Sphinx And Pyramids – Egypt: Original Lithograph
£125.00
Hogarth, Paul OBE RA
Aesop’s Fables: The Old Hound
£125.00
Lithograph.
Aesop’s Fables: The Fox And The Goat
£125.00
Lithograph.
Pablo Picasso: Linogravures: Le Vase De Fleurs
£125.00
Picasso, Pablo (After) Introduced By Boeck, Wilhelm
Pablo Picasso: Linogravures: Tete de Femme
£125.00
Picasso, Pablo (After) Introduced By Boeck, Wilhelm
Still Life – Nature Morte (1948) – Lithograph – 1970
£100.00
Derain, André
Portrait Of Denise And Claire Lévy – Portrait De Denise Et Claire Lévy (1949) – Lithograph – 1970
£100.00
Derain, André
Two Nude Women And Still Life – Deux Femmes Nues Et Nature Morte (1935) – Lithograph – 1970
£100.00
Derain, André
Pablo Picasso: Linogravures: Plante Aux Toritos
£95.00
Picasso, Pablo (After) Introduced By Boeck, Wilhelm

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Twentieth Century

Pencil Study

Tower Bridge: Original Lithograph

Santa Monica Beach: Original Lithograph

Sydney Harbour Bridge: Original Lithograph

Aesop’s Fables: Original Lithograph III: Lion

Aesop’s Fables: Original Lithograph II: Venus

Aesop’s Fables: Original Lithograph I: Eagle

Aesop’s Fables: The Hare And The Tortoise

Pablo Picasso: Linogravures: Femme Couchee Et Guitariste

Pablo Picasso: Linogravures: Femme Dans Un Fauteuil Et Guitariste

Garsington Manor: Original Lithograph

Aesop’s Fables: The One-Eyed Doe

Aesop’s Fables: The Lion And The Dolphin

Aesop’s Fables: The Mouse And The Weasel

Aesop’s Fables: The Dog And The Shadow

Aesop’s Fables: The Monkey And The Camel

Aesop’s Fables: The Dog In The Manger

Aesop’s Fables: The Herdsman And The Lost Bull

Aesop’s Fables: The Lion And The Goat

Aesop’s Fables: The Eagle And The Fox

Aesop’s Fables: The Astronomer

Aesop’s Fables: The Leopard And The Fox

Elisabeth Frink: Sculpture And Drawings 1952-1984: Signed By Elisabeth Frink

Sphinx And Pyramids – Egypt: Original Lithograph

Aesop’s Fables: The Old Hound

Aesop’s Fables: The Fox And The Goat

Pablo Picasso: Linogravures: Le Vase De Fleurs

Pablo Picasso: Linogravures: Tete de Femme

Still Life – Nature Morte (1948) – Lithograph – 1970

Portrait Of Denise And Claire Lévy – Portrait De Denise Et Claire Lévy (1949) – Lithograph – 1970

Two Nude Women And Still Life – Deux Femmes Nues Et Nature Morte (1935) – Lithograph – 1970

Pablo Picasso: Linogravures: Plante Aux Toritos

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