Dr. Slump Daigoro Kurigashira & Suzume Production Cel

Dr. Slump Daigoro Kurigashira & Suzume Production Cel

We present this delightful ensemble piece: an original hand-painted production cel with slightly damaged douga featuring Daigoro, Kurigashira, and Suzume (Hiyoko’s baby sister)!

This wonderful cel showcases Toriyama’s remarkable talent for creating diverse supporting characters that bring depth and charm to his fictional worlds. Suzume—who rides a flying carpet and was famously mistaken by Taro as Peasuke’s crush due to her small size—demonstrates Toriyama’s love for creating unexpected character quirks that led to comedic misunderstandings.

The accompanying douga, though showing some wear from the production process, adds historical value to this piece—offering collectors insight into the authentic working conditions of animation production during this golden era. These production materials were working tools, and signs of use reflect their journey through the animation pipeline at Toei Animation.

What makes Toriyama’s character designs so special was his ability to pack personality into even the smallest details. Kurigashira’s distinctive chestnut-shaped hair and Daigoro’s pig-like features instantly communicate character traits that informed their roles in the series, showcasing the visual storytelling that made Dr. Slump so engaging despite its seemingly simple aesthetic.

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