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Beryl Cook
PERCY AT THE FRIDGE Signed Lithograph, Black Cat, Champagne, British Humor

1990

$1,600
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£1,229.22
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€1,412.36
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CHF 1,321.12
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NOK 16,774.33
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SEK 15,789.50
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DKK 10,539.56
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About the Item

PERCY AT THE FRIDGE is a hand drawn, pencil signed limited edition lithograph by the well known and loved British artist and humorist, Beryl Cook. Printed on archival Arches paper, 100% acid free, print size 28" x 21", image size 21 3/8" x 17". In this amusing depiction, "Percy" refers to the aristocratic black cat who sits patiently waiting in front of the open refrigerator stocked with fine champagne, canned salmon, milk, cream, roast turkey, and other gourmet delicacies all tempting items from his genteel mistress's offerings. She stands holding her spectacles, dressed in a jeweled tiara, long white evening gloves and light blue evening gown ready to indulge her pet's desire for a special treat. Beryl Cook's unique artistic humor documented familiar social situations like girls night out, clubbing or shopping, men in the pub, at a strip club or at the market capturing "moments of social history, portrayed with a playful streak of naughtiness". Edition size - 300 plus proofs Year published - 1990 Printed at JK Fine Art Editions Co. NYC She is quoted as saying: "I'm only motivated to paint by people enjoying themselves."
  • Creator:
    Beryl Cook (1926 - 2008, British)
  • Creation Year:
    1990
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Pristine condition, fresh vivid colors, never been framed or mounted, pencil signed and inscribed P.P.(Printers Proof) aside from the edition of 300, from the master printers private collection.
  • Gallery Location:
    Union City, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU83239154602

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