Gertje Tromp

Born into the pages of the beloved Dutch family strip Jan, Jans en de kinderen with Libelle's 1995 issue, Gertje Tromp is a Modern Age creation of the legendary Jan Kruis, one of the Netherlands' most cherished comic storytellers. Over more than three decades — a remarkable run stretching from 1995 all the way to 2026 — Gertje has shared countless pages with the warm, chaotic world of the Tromp family, keeping company with Catootje, Karlijn, Opa Tromp, the red tomcat, and little Lotje. With 73 catalog appearances and at least one collector-significant key issue to their name, Gertje is a genuine fixture of Dutch comics culture — the kind of character that rewards readers who love family-centered storytelling with real heart and longevity.