Forges facts for kids
Antonio Fraguas de Pablo, known to many as Forges, was a famous Spanish cartoonist. He was born in Madrid on January 17, 1942. Forges was well-loved for his funny and thoughtful drawings that appeared in newspapers for many years. He used the name Forges because it sounds like "fraguas," his last name, when translated into Catalan.
Forges' Amazing Work
Forges was a very talented artist. He received many important awards for his work. These included the Gold Medal for Merit in the Fine Arts. He also won the Gat Perich International Humor Award. Another special award he received was the Creu de Sant Jordi.
Forges' cartoons were seen by many people. He worked for popular publications like El Jueves, Diario 16, and El País. His drawings often made people think and laugh at the same time.
Later Years
Forges continued to draw and share his humor for many years. He passed away in Madrid on February 22, 2018. He was 76 years old. He died from a serious illness called pancreatic cancer. Forges left behind a wonderful collection of cartoons that continue to be enjoyed.
See also
In Spanish: Forges (desambiguación) para niños
