ANTI-VIETNAM Peace Movement. - Pete SEEGER (1919-2014) – George SHAWE (1915-1995, artist).
Original artwork, featuring Pete Seeger, titled “New York Theatre Guild Peace Rally – Times Square Nov 13, 1969’, signed ‘George Shawe’. [N.p.: undated]. Pen, ink and wash, with scratching out, on ‘whatman artist board (30 x 20in; 672 x 508mm). (Light toning, light surface soiling, some bumps, one small split).
A joyful and spirited rendition of an iconic UPI photograph of the celebrated folk singer and activist Pete Seeger. The moment is described as: “A dove of peace returns to folk singer Pete Seeger's hand shortly after the releasing of 12 such birds during New York Theater Guild peace rally today in Times Square in New York City. — UPI, Nov. 13, 1969”. The image appears to have been produced as an illustration, but we do not know if it was published.
Original artwork, featuring Pete Seeger, titled “New York Theatre Guild Peace Rally – Times Square Nov 13, 1969’, signed ‘George Shawe’. [N.p.: undated]. Pen, ink and wash, with scratching out, on ‘whatman artist board (30 x 20in; 672 x 508mm). (Light toning, light surface soiling, some bumps, one small split).
A joyful and spirited rendition of an iconic UPI photograph of the celebrated folk singer and activist Pete Seeger. The moment is described as: “A dove of peace returns to folk singer Pete Seeger's hand shortly after the releasing of 12 such birds during New York Theater Guild peace rally today in Times Square in New York City. — UPI, Nov. 13, 1969”. The image appears to have been produced as an illustration, but we do not know if it was published.
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Acceptable, some corner wear and light toning.
Size: 30 x 20in; 672 x 508mm
Size: 30 x 20in; 672 x 508mm
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- Country: United States
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