Fine Books and Manuscripts
Fine Books and Manuscripts
Sendak, Maurice | Original artwork for the inaugural "New York is Book Country" poster, 1979
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December 10, 06:32 PM GMT
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300,000 - 600,000 USD
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Sendak, Maurice
Original artwork for the inaugural New York is Book Country poster, 1979
Pen-and-ink line, and watercolor on paper (27 1/2 x 23 1/2 in.; 70 x 59.5 cm). Signed "M. Sendak" and dated "June ‘79" (lower left), matted, framed, and glazed; very faint, even toning to sheet.
A marvelous image featuring one of Sendak’s most beloved creations against an iconic backdrop
PROVENANCE:
Acquired directly from the artist in 1996