Rose d'Elisabethville

In this single-issue graphic novel from Dupuis, writer Thilde Barboni and artist Séraphine Claeys explore a poignant slice-of-life story set in the titular Congolese neighborhood of Elisabethville. Through delicate watercolor art and intimate storytelling, the book captures a moment in the lives of its characters, reflecting on memory, place, and the lingering echoes of colonial history. Though brief, this 2010 release stands as a quiet, evocative work from a notable European publisher, showcasing the talents of Barboni and Claeys in a format that prioritizes mood and atmosphere over extended narrative.