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George Wachsteter
Donald O'Connor (2)

1940

$500
£371.69
€435.13
CA$699.24
A$780.77
CHF 407.27
MX$9,600.75
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Medium: Pen and Ink on Illustration Board Signature: Signed Upper Right (left) Approx. Date: c. Late 1940's Caricatures by George Wachsteter (1911-2004), of Song `n Dance Star and Comedic Actor Donald O`Connor, one with unknown `General Store` reference. Circa late 1940s to early 1950s. On 15" x 10" & 11" x 7 1/2" illustration board. 9" x 7" images. Good condition.
  • Creator:
    George Wachsteter (1911 - 2004)
  • Creation Year:
    1940
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fort Washington, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 23931stDibs: LU38436160782

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