Al Hirschfeld (American, 1903-2003). Clive Davis, original artwork 1993, printed 2021. Giclee on paper. 18 x 15 inches (...

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Al Hirschfeld (American, 1903-2003)
Clive Davis, original artwork 1993, printed 2021
Giclee on paper
18 x 15 inches (45.7 x 38.1 cm) (sheet)
Ed. 15
Signed by Clive Davis

Clive Davis is widely regarded as the record industry's most innovative, outspoken and influential executive. A five-time Grammy Award winner, he is credited for discovering and building the careers of a wide host of music superstars including Whitney Houston, Billy Joel, Alicia Keys, Sarah McLachlan, Brad Paisley and Bruce Springsteen.

This spring, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee celebrated his 90th birthday at a star-studded bash that included performances by Springsteen, Earth, Wind & Fire, Kenny G, Art Garfunkel, Barry Manilow, Patti Smith and Dionne Warwick.

This sketch by legendary artist Al Hirschfeld features Davis during the height of his time as Arista Records. It was commissioned by the company to run in advertisements in 1993. It first appeared in multiple publications on September 25, 1993.

This giclée, part of an extremely limited edition, is printed on 15" x 18" hot press paper and has been generously autographed by Davis.

The edition is numbered, includes the official Hirschfeld Foundation embossed seal and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity directly from the Al Hirschfeld Foundation.
Proceeds to Benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and The Al Hirschfeld Foundation.

More information about Al Hirschfeld. See also: Hirschfeld, Al, Albert Hirschfeld Artist.

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