De Toestand

In the late '80s and early '90s, Dutch publisher Dynamo released De Toestand, a ten-issue comics series that captured a tense, politically charged era through the distinct visual storytelling of artists Hermann, Dick Matena, and Fred Marschall. Each issue offered a self-contained narrative, often rooted in social or psychological realism, showcasing the diverse talents of these European masters. The series stands as a compelling, if brief, artifact of mature, creator-driven comics from the Netherlands.