Lambiek's History of Dutch Comics

history of
dutch comics

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1990
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The History of Dutch Comics

Welcome to the illustrated History of Dutch Comics, an overview and introduction to comics and 'strips' in the Netherlands.

Comics have existed in Holland for a long time in some form or other, with a variety of interesting themes. Sequential art evolved in the Netherlands from the medieval centsprent to 'text-strips', and to the modern stripverhalen or 'strips' which we have today. We are delighted to share this unique heritage with you.

	Origins of early Dutch comics - Early examples of sequential art from the Dutch 'low lands' date back to the Middle Ages, and gained more importance right on through the 1800s.
	Dutch comics 1920-1940 - In the interbellum period between the World Wars, Holland discovered imported comics, and achieved a rich comics productivity itself.
	Dutch comics around 1940-1945 - Because of German occupation in World War II, Holland had to deal with a ban on imports, the rise of propaganda in comics, and scarcity of paper.
	Dutch comics 1945-1950 - After the war, the initial paper scarcity and a ban on the small beeldromans made an impact, but soon Dutch comics were off to a new start.
	Dutch comics 1950-1967 - With an increasing number of newspapers, the comics industry bloomed again. The import of American comics also made its mark on the Dutch scene.
	Dutch comics 1968-1980 - Not surprisingly, 1968 was a revolutionary year for comics, and many Dutch underground comix magazines flourished throughout the seventies.
	Dutch comics around 1980 - Inspired by international comics, Dutch comic artists reached a new level of professionality.
	Contemporary Dutch comics - A new generation of comic artists has emerged in Holland during the last decade.

Part One: Origins of early Dutch comics

Dutch comic artists in the Comiclopedia

From the expanded Dutch edition:
De Nederlandse Stripgeschiedenis

Lambiek's Illustrated History of Dutch Comics

index | 1800 | 1920 | 1940 | 1945 | 1950 | 1968 | 1980 | 1990 | artists

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The History of Dutch Comics

history of
dutch comics