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Robert Funk Fine Art
1581 Brickell Ave., Suite 2303
Miami, FL 33129 , United States
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Nude Playboy Cartoon, First African American Illustrator Elmer Simms Campbell
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Description
Elmer Simms Campbell was the first and top black commercial artist in the USA for decades.
In "Grandma," we see a deeply conceptual work, with the blank canvas as the main point of the painting.
The rising flame from the Zippo lighter supports the hotness concept, which the viewer fills in with his/her imagination. The absence of a male presence adds to the picture's intrigue.
Signed lower left. unframed.
caption "It was never finish. Grandpa shot the artist"
13 x 16.75 board dimensions.
Published, Playboy. September 1966. -
More Information
Documentation: Signed Origin: United States, New York Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Watercolor, Pencil on Heavy Illustration Board Condition: Good. Very good with saturated color. A very slight bow to the board Creation Date: 1966 Styles / Movements: Modernism, African American, Illustration Incollect Reference #: 766505 -
Dimensions
W. 10.5 in; H. 13.5 in; W. 26.67 cm; H. 34.29 cm;
Message from Seller:
Robert Funk Fine Art in Miami offers an eclectic collection shaped by 45 years of experience, blending art with commercial perspectives. For inquiries or art advisory services, contact Robert Funk at decoypoet@yahoo.com or 305.857.0521.
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