The Smurfs (Les Schtroumpfs in French) was the 1958 comic book creation by Belgium artist Peyo (Pierre Culliford). These cute blue characters have been delighting fans around the world, appearing not only in comic books but cartoons, films, toy lines, games and household goods. Below is a selection of adverts showing just some of the merchandise that was available.
The Smurfs toys. France. Cora Christmas Catalogue. 1988.
The Smurfs toys. France. Cora Christmas Catalogue. 1988.
The Smurfs Panini stickers . France. Pif Gadget 798. 1984.
The Smurfs Panini stickers. France. Pif Gadget 733. 1983.
The Smurfs handheld electronic game. France. Pif Gadget. 1984.
The Smurfs handheld electronic game. France. Pif Gagdet 794. 1984.
The Smurfs handheld electronic game. France. Pif Gadget 763. 1983.
Kinder Surprise. Les Schtroumpfs / Smurfs set.
The Smurfs BP promotion.France. Pif Gadget. 1984.
The Smurfs Gloria promotion. France. Pif Gadget 733. 1983.
Further reading:
The Vintage Toy Advertiser 