Alberto Breccia

Comic book artist and illustrator

Alberto Breccia - Comic book artist and illustrator
Born

April 15th, 1919
105 years ago

Died

1993
32 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Uruguay

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An Uruguayan-Argentinian author and illustrator, celebrated for contributions to the graphic novel format. Breccia collaborated with prolific writers, producing acclaimed works that merged narrative and artistic expression. Influenced by various artistic movements, he developed a unique style that emphasized realism and abstraction. Famous works include 'Mort Cinder' and 'El Eternauta', both showcasing innovative storytelling and artistic techniques. His work not only resonated within Latin America but also left a mark on the international comic community.

Created the graphic novel 'Mort Cinder'

Illustrated 'El Eternauta'

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