Benjamin Lacombe: "Monsieur le Lapin Blanc", an exhibition of his original works at Deyrolle in Paris

Who hasn't fallen under the spell of Benjamin Lacombe's work? Illustrator, comic book artist and children's author Benjamin Lacombe is back in the news this autumn with the release of Monsieur le Lapin Blanc (Editions Margot). Available in bookshops from October 16, this new album invites us to follow in the footsteps of the little white rabbit, world-famous for his tardiness.

With " Monsieur le Lapin Blanc ", Benjamin Lacombe pays tribute to the adventures of Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland, a novel that deeply inspired him as an artist.

To mark the occasion, Maison Deyrolle is exceptionally opening its doors to the talented illustrator. From October 15 to December 2, 2024, he will be unveiling several of his new original works in an exhibition open to all, free of charge. Some twenty gouache and oil originals will be on show for the very first time at this scientific and educational institution in Paris's 7th arrondissement. An"immersive scenography" has been announced for this unique installation.

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This isn't the first time Maison Deyrolle has welcomed Benjamin Lacombe. In 2020, the institution had already honored the illustrator's universe, on the occasion of the release of his book " Bambi " (published by Albin Michel). He exhibited several of his original drawings from the album. Four years later, Maison Deyrolle reopened its doors to Benjamin Lacombe, this time to celebrate the release of " Monsieur le Lapin Blanc ". In addition to the exhibition of these original works, all taken from his new album, Maison Deyrolle also announces that exclusive watercolors and art prints will be available for sale for the occasion.

Benjamin Lacombe, considered by many to be one of the leading exponents of new French illustration, penned his first comic strip at the tender age of 19. Since then, Benjamin Lacombe has written and illustrated some fifty books, selling over three million copies worldwide! Given the popularity of his work, Benjamin Lacombe regularly exhibits his work in France and abroad. A new exhibition in Paris, not to be missed from October 15 to December 2, 2024 at Deyrolle!