The original New Yorker cover art for the July 4, 1988, issue by Lee Lorenz was sold at auction on June 17. Here we have Uncle Sam manning the barbecue. His apron says it all.
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| Lee Lorenz Original art The New Yorker, July 4, 1988 |
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| Lee Lorenz Original art The New Yorker, July 4, 1988 |
This artwork carried an auction estimate of $2,000 to $3,000. When the gavel fell, it sold for of $6,000, which comes to $7,500 with the premium.
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| Lee Lorenz Swann Auction Galleries listing of June 17, 2025 |
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| Lee Lorenz The New Yorker, July 4, 1988 |
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| Lee Lorenz Original art The New Yorker, July 4, 1988 |
Note: After today's barbecue, collectors might consider sending me additional images of original cartoon art by Lee Lorenz. Let freedom ring.
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