Harlem Renaissance artist Charles Alston painted only one illustration that was used on the cover of The New Yorker. It graced the issue of October 6, 1934. The original art was sold yesterday at Toomey & Co. Auctioneers of Chicago.
A janitor is shown on stage conducting an imaginary orchestra after hours.
The presale estimate was $8,000 to $12,000, with bidding starting at $6,000.
Charles Henry Alston Toomey & Co. Auctioneers listing accessed October 12, 2024 |
Charles Henry Alston Toomey & Co. Auctioneers listing accessed October 13, 2024 |
Charles Henry Alston The New Yorker, October 6, 1934 |
Charles Henry Alston Original cover art The New Yorker, October 6, 1934 |
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Hammer price |
Price including the buyer's premium |
Charles Alston
Alfred Newman
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