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Dick Bruna

Child Welfare, Netherlands FDC, 1969

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  • Format: First Day Cover
  • Designer/s: Dick Bruna
  • Year: 1969
  • Size: 192mm x 100mm
Dick Bruna (born Hendrik Magdalenus Bruna; 23 August 1927 – 16 February 2017) was a Dutch author, artist, illustrator, and graphic designer. He is best known for his over 200 children's books, which he wrote and illustrated. Miffy (Nijntje in Dutch) is his most iconic creation, a small rabbit characterised by bold graphic lines, simple shapes, and primary colours.

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Child Welfare, Netherlands FDC, 1969
Child Welfare, Netherlands FDC, 1969
Dick Bruna (born Hendrik Magdalenus Bruna; 23 August 1927 – 16 February 2017) was a Dutch author, artist, illustrator, and graphic designer. He is best known for his over 200 children's books, which he wrote and illustrated. Miffy (Nijntje in Dutch) is his most iconic creation, a small rabbit characterised by bold graphic lines, simple shapes, and primary colours.
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