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Constantin Alajalov
Christmas Tree Love, Original holiday cover for The Saturday Evening Post

1950

$80,000
£60,539.37
€69,820.88
CA$111,714.48
A$125,156.28
CHF 65,143.73
MX$1,524,163.97
NOK 829,844.26
SEK 781,479.12
DKK 521,203.92
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Original cover forThe Saturday Evening Post, published December 23, 1950 A man arrives home carrying a Christmas tree only to discover that his wife has already bought one. The woman, who is standing on a stool as she decorates the tree, turns around in surprise. Artwork dimensions: 19.25" x 14.5" Medium: Gouache on board Signature: Signed Lower Left
  • Creator:
    Constantin Alajalov (1900 - 1987, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1950
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fort Washington, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 47421stDibs: LU384315321782

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