I Miss You (Multi-Character Hug Series)
Drawing on paper in a comic-strip/grid format • Unidentified fan artist; likely an amateur or student character designer
Style & Movement
Contemporary Fan Art / Cartoon-Illustration style
Medium & Technique
Graphite pencil on white paper; uses repetitive linework and speech bubbles
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8.5 x 11 inches; landscape orientation
Subject Description
A 2x5 grid of ten panels showing a recurring female character in a dress and flower accessory tearfully hugging ten different animated characters (Fleegle, SnagglePuss, American Rabbit, Stuart Little, Billy Bat, Remy, Sly Cooper, Barney Bear, B.O. Skunk, and Ralph Wolf). Each panel includes a repetitive speech bubble stating 'I miss you [Name].'
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; paper shows slight wrinkling and visible fold marks through the center
Estimated Market Value
$5 - $20 (Intrinsic value as personal memorabilia)
Auction Estimate
$0 - $10 (Limited commercial appeal as a non-professional sketch)
Provenance History
Unknown; likely a personal sketch or social media contribution from a fan art community
Art Historical Significance
Represents the 'crossover' subculture of digital-age fan art where personal 'Original Characters' (OCs) interact with established media properties. It reflects the emotional attachment and archival nature of animation fandom.
Notable Features
Includes a diverse range of characters spanning several decades of animation history, from Hanna-Barbera to Pixar and video games.
Condition Issues
Visible horizontal crease/fold across the middle; minor smudging characteristic of graphite; slight paper buckling
Conservation Recommendations
Store flat in an acid-free sleeve; keep away from direct sunlight to prevent graphite fading and paper yellowing