JAMES AVATI (American, 1912-2005). Conjugal Love, paperback cover, 1952. Oil on board. 20 x 17 in.. Signed lower right. ...

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JAMES AVATI (American, 1912-2005)
Conjugal Love, paperback cover, 1952
Oil on board
20 x 17 in.
Signed lower right
This illustration appeared on the cover of Alberto Moravia's novel, Conjugal Love, Signet Books #922, 1952. It also appeared on the cover of a later printing, Signet Books #1288, 1956, but minus its background details.

"Who is at fault when a husband dedicates himself to his work and his wife finds another lover as an outlet for her pent-up emotions?"

From the Estate of Charles Martignette.

More information about JAMES AVATI. See also: Avati, James, James Avati, James R. Avati, Jim Avati, Avati, Jim Artist.

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