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Charles Ellis '1922-2004' Original Churchill Downs Illustration, circa 1950s

$850
£638.54
€736.34
CA$1,179.49
A$1,310.67
CHF 686.80
MX$16,073.02
NOK 8,759.79
SEK 8,240.89
DKK 5,495.76
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Charles Ellis (1922-2004) original Churchill downs illustration circa 1950s Charles Ellis was known for his illustrations for the Saturday Evening Post, Jack and Jill Magazine, The Sunday Magazine, among others. He also painted portraits for wealthy clients. This is an original magazine illustration, though we are unsure which publication it appeared in. A fast horse race at Churchill Downs. Dimensions 24 1/2" x 19". The artist board it's painted on measures 31" x 25". Signed lower right. Good vintage condition (consistent with age) Comes unframed. AC35.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Other,Other
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5199218852202

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