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George Wachsteter
Bob Keeshan in the Title Role in "The Captain Kangaroo Show"

1950

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Medium: Pen and Ink on Illustration Board Signature: Signed Lower Left Ink on Illustration Board Caricature of Bob Keeshan in the title role of `The Captain Kangaroo Show` on NBC-TV, with Hugh Brannum as Mister Green Jeans, keeper of the Captain`s Treasure House, surrounded by a menagerie of animals. Series debut was October 3rd, 1955, this was probably done in the late 50s, is certainly a layout for the cover of a `Pictorial Magazine and TView Section` for newspaper syndication. 14" x 9 1/2" image on 22" x 15" board, good condition.
  • Creator:
    George Wachsteter (1911 - 2004)
  • Creation Year:
    1950
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fort Washington, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 22721stDibs: LU38436807042

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