DRAWINGS BY STEINLEN POPULAR NOVEL VARIOUS SONGS ILLUSTRATED BY PAUL BALLURIAU The Weekly Illustrated Gil Blas was a French magazine founded in 1868, which was inspired by the famous novel “Gil Blas de Santillane” by Alain-René Lesage. The magazine was particularly distinguished by its illustrations, making it popular with a wide audience. It covered various topics, including literature, arts, culture, and politics, and helped disseminate works by contemporary authors, while providing entertainment to its readers. The illustrated format played a key role in its success, drawing attention to stories and chronicles.
