Lot 758
Arno, Peter (1904-1968) At the age of 25, Peter Arno sold his first cartoon to a brand-new humor magazine -- The New Yorker. For the next 43 years, Arno's work helped to shape the urbane, witty image of the literary showcase. Playboys, flappers, middle-aged matrons and lecherous capitalists all felt the zing of Arno's sharp wit as he used his cartoons to highlight society's foibles and his heavy outlines, artful washes and potent captions influenced generations of cartoonists and illustrators.
Untitled Nude Charcoal and wash on textured paperboard. Mid 20th Century. Signed at left "Arno". Size: 19½ x 30". Matted and framed to 29 x 38½". Light surface dirt, overall (uniform) fading, small label on glass. Illustration is in very good condition, but poorly framed and conserved and would benefit from professional re-framing.
In this beautiful piece of mid-century cheesecake, the curves of the subject are enhanced by Arno's characteristic outline and wash technique. With a small smile and artless pose, our subject and Arno's style combine for a very unique work of art -- most of Arno's available work is in cartoon or illustration format.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 2,500.
From the collection of actress Constance Moore.
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