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Al Hirschfeld (American, 1903-2003)
6 Rms Riv Vu (Jerry Orbach and Jane Alexander), The New York Times original cartoon, October 15, 1972
Ink on board
30 x 22 inches (76.2 x 55.9 cm)
Signed lower right: HIRSCHFELD Philadelphia 5

The Estate of Margo Feiden

LITERATURE:
R. Brustein, "London Vs. New York: A Tale of Two Cities," The New York Times, sec. 2 p. 1, October 15, 1972.

The present work is inscribed with the caption "Picnic in an empty apartment with "6 RMS RIV VU"-- The picnickers -- Jerry Orbach and Jane Alexander" as well as a personal note from Al Hirschfeld to publishers to "Please keep this copy clean- Thanks- A.H."


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

Condition Report*: Light toning to board with visible rectangular line around image. Very faint pin dots of foxing, primarily observed in upper region, not affecting figures. Wear and markings to board in keeping with illustration and publishing process. Not framed.
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