Lot 120
  • 120

Norman Rockwell

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • Norman Rockwell
  • First Day of School, Alternate Idea (Second Version)
  • signed with initials NR (lower left)
  • oil on paperboard, unframed
  • 17 1/2 by 14 1/2 inches
  • (44.5 by 36.8 cm)
  • Executed circa 1964.

Provenance

Ogilvy & Mather, New York
Private Collection, New Orleans
By descent from the above to the present owner

Condition

Oil on paperboard. Surface: Work is in generally good condition aside from residue from prior matting and scattered pin holes (on margins under the mat). UNDER UV: No apparent inpainting.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

A letter from Norman Rockwell to Mr. Lea, an executive at Ogilvy-Mather, discussing this work accompanies the lot.