Cartoons by late Asterix creator raises RM1.9mil to benefit Paris hospitals


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Albert Uderzo, who invented the plucky hero who gleefully took on Roman legions, died from heart failure linked to the coronavirus in March at the age of 92. Photo: AFP

Four original drawings by the creator of Asterix the Gaul sold on Tuesday for nearly €400,000 (RM1.9mil) to benefit Paris hospitals.

Albert Uderzo, who invented the plucky hero who gleefully took on Roman legions, died from heart failure linked to the coronavirus in March at the age of 92.

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