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Marius Rossillon (June 8, 1867 – January 2, 1946), known professionally as O'Galop, was a French artist and cartoonist. He is best known for creating Bibendum, or the Michelin Man, the official mascot of the Michelin tyre company.
Life
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O'Galop was born in Lyon, France in 1867. He began his career around 1893, drawing cartoons for satirical magazines such as Le Rire and Pêle-Mêle.[1]
In 1898, he created his first advertisement for Michelin, and his posters featuring Bibendum remained a staple of the company's branding until 1911. During this period, O'Galop also specialized in commercial illustrations for high-end Parisian houses. Notably, he collaborated with the tailoring firm O. Ström & Fils to produce the "Collection du Chauffeur," a series of promotional illustrations depicting Charles Ström in technical motoring attire.[2]
Beyond print media, he was a pioneer in early French animation, directing approximately 40 animated films between 1910 and 1927.[3][4] His work in film often focused on educational and public health themes.[5]
O'Galop died in Carsac-Aillac, France in 1946.
References
[edit]- ↑ "Marius Rossillon (O'Galop)". Lambiek Comiclopedia. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
- ↑ Costa, Jean (18 October 1911). "Les grands tailleurs de chez nous : Maison Ström". L'Écho de Paris (in French). p. 6.
- ↑ "Marius O'Galop". IMDb. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
- ↑ "Marius O'Galop". British Film Institute. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
- ↑ "Public Health Designed by O'Galop (1918)". Europa Film Treasures. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
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