"Mr. Gemini batted endless balls to me while he chatted with friends." Those words identify an original drawing by Charles Saxon as some sort of story illustration. A male tennis instructor conducts a lesson while being distracted by an attentive trio of female players standing on the court behind him. The original art is toned and there is a patch over the face of the harried young beginner chasing down those balls batted by the pro. The eBay seller, who was apparently close to Saxon, states that the drawing had been submitted to The New Yorker. I have been unable to ascertain any publication history. The framed illustration sold for an undisclosed best offer.
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| "Mr. Gemini batted endless balls to me while he chatted with friends." |
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| Charles Saxon eBay listing ended May 20, 2022 |
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| Charles Saxon eBay item description |
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| Charles Saxon eBay bid history Sold for a best offer |
Note: While it was still available, this piece was noted by Michael Maslin on Ink Spill here, as were others.
I would like to hear from anyone who knows whether this drawing was published and, if so, where. Those in possession of other original artwork by Charles Saxon are invited to share it here on the old blog.
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