There is, to be sure, some good, old-fashioned charm to William Steig's drawing of The Perfect Wife. The title at first seems coyly innocent, but it allows for a touch of irony too. Is it sexist, defining the woman solely by her marital status? Or perhaps the husband is simply not worthy of a place in the title himself?
William Steig Heritage Auctions listing of April 23, 2024 |
William Steig Heritage Auctions item description |
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