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Lot 0104: ORIGINAL AMERICAN MAGAZINE ILLUSTRATION BY CEM

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Charles E. Martin or CEM, American, 1910 to 1995, an original ink painting on paper depicting a scene with a policeman writing a ticket to a driver in the rain, probably an illustration for the New Yorker Magazine. Signed lower right. Circa: mid 20th century. Framed. A paper label of Gail Severn Gallery is on the backside. Charles Martin is known for Illustration. Martin was a prolific and respected illustrator. His work appeared in Time and Life magazines, Harpers, The Saturday Evening Post, The Saturday Review, Punch, Esquire, and The New Yorker. His work was exhibited at the Brooklyn Museum and various galleries. He is represented in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of the City of New York, Library of Congress and at Syracuse University. American Newspaper and Magazine Illustrations For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
Framed 15 x 16 3/4 in. Image 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

July 20th, 2024

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$115.20