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Why is Norman Rockwell famous?
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Norman Rockwell is famous for his work as an artist. In fact, he is among the most revered painters of the 20th century. His figurative and portrait paintings reflect an innocent and idyllic America described by the artist as "life as I would like it to be." For nearly 50 years, he illustrated the covers of The Saturday Evening Post in a rich and emotive style that gave distinctive personalities to his imagined characters. In total, Norman Rockwell created more than 4,000 works of art over the course of his life. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Norman Rockwell art.
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'Bicentennial Independence Celebration' Benjamin Franklin, Saturday Evening Post
By Norman Rockwell
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower right, 'Norman Rockwell' (American, 1894-1978) and inscribed, lower left, with number and limitation '200/200'.
Originally created for the May 29, 1926 edition of the S...
Category
1970s Figurative Prints
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
"First Airplane Ride"
By Norman Rockwell
Located in Warren, NJ
Norman Rockwell "First Airplane Ride" lithograph signed artist proof. In good condition measures 33x27
Category
20th Century Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
Original Freedom from Want 1943 vintage poster. Thanksgiving
By Norman Rockwell
Located in Spokane, WA
Original vintage poster: FREEDOM FROM WANT, Ours to fight for ...
Original. Artist: Normal Rockwell. Archival linen backed in fine condition, ready to frame. Note: All US Go...
Category
1940s American Realist Portrait Prints
Materials
Offset
Freedom From Fear original 1943 Four Freedoms vintage poster
By Norman Rockwell
Located in Spokane, WA
Original World War II "Freedom from Fear" Ours ... To fight for by Rockwell. One of the 4 freedom posters created in 1943 by Norman Rockwell.
Fre...
Category
1940s American Realist Portrait Prints
Materials
Offset
Self Portrait, Post-Modern Lithograph by Norman Rockwell
By Norman Rockwell
Located in Long Island City, NY
Norman Rockwell, American (1894 - 1978) - Self Portrait, Medium: Lithograph on Japon paper, numbered in pencil and plate signed, Edition: AP, Size: 22 x 21 in. (55.88 x 53.34 cm), Fr...
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Modern Prints and Multiples
Materials
Lithograph
Hayseed Critic, Original Cover Painting for The Saturday Evening Post Magazine
By Norman Rockwell
Located in Fort Washington, PA
First published on the July 21, 1928 cover of The Saturday Evening Post, Norman Rockwell’s Hayseed Critic showcases the artist’s signature warmth and wit. The humorous scene features...
Category
1920s American Realist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil


