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Lot 0005: 1991 AMERICAN COLOR LITHOGRAPH BY MAURICE SENDAK

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Color lithograph on paper by Maurice Sendak, 1928 to 2012, an American author and illustrator known for his book Where the Wild Things Are. The present work was issued by the American Booksellers Association to promote awareness about censorship in books. The artwork features images of famous banned books in fantasy framing. It includes such titles as Huckleberry Finn, Alice in Wonderland and Sendaks own In the Night Kitchen. Titled Freedom to Read. Dated 1991. Signed by the artist and dated in the lower right. Numbered 219 out of 275 in the lower left. White mat, wooden frame. Collectible Contemporary Graphic Art Prints, Illustrations.

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
Frame 31 x 25 1/2 in. Image 24 x 18 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.

Estimate $100.00-$150.00

Starting Price $50.00