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Stevan DohanosPuppies for Sale, Original magazine cover for The Saturday Evening Post1950
1950
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Cover of The Saturday Evening Post, September 30, 1950
Puppies for Sale, the cover illustration for the September 30, 1950, issue of The Saturday Evening Post, is a remarkable example of Dohanos’ skill in capturing the essence of childhood innocence and the simple pleasures of life. The painting evokes a nostalgic atmosphere, highlighting the joy of life's uncomplicated moments, while portraying a seemingly ideal American family. This depiction of a father, mother, and their young son contemplating the decision to “take home a pal,” as the sign suggests, reflects broader cultural trends of the 1950s. By emphasizing traditional values and an idealized family dynamic, Dohanos’ work helped shape a national identity centered on peace, optimism, and, perhaps, the comforting presence of a pet dog.
Artwork Dimensions: 30 x 24 in. (image area)
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Left
- Creator:Stevan Dohanos (1907-1995, American)
- Creation Year:1950
- Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Fort Washington, PA
- Reference Number:Seller: 48011stDibs: LU384315909262
Stevan Dohanos
Stevan Dohanos was born in the steel mill town of Lorain, Ohio, on May 18, 1907. Dohanos studied at the Cleveland School of the Arts. He is best known for the covers, more than 100, he painted for The Saturday Evening Post magazine during the 1940s and 1950s. His work appeared frequently on its covers. Most of his illustrations depicted common scenes of everyday post-war American life, such as a mobile home complete with pink flamingo, a gas station attendant inflating a child's toy or a souped-up motorcycle in the owner's driveway. His works are often compared to those of Norman Rockwell. Dohanos was influenced by The Eight namely Henri, Sloan, Glackens, Shinn, Prendergast, Davies, Lawson and Luks. During the 1960s, his designs were used on 25 postage stamps. From 1961–63, he served as a President of the Society of Illustrators and in 1971 was elected to the Society's Hall of Fame. He was a founder of the Famous Artists School in Westport. Dohanos died on July 2, 1994, in Westport, Connecticut.
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