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C.H. Percival (Aust.,1891–1963).

The Last Tram [Sydney] and Hero Worship

c1920s. Pair of etchings, (a) titled, annotated “from the original Bulletin drawing”, editioned 12/50; and (b) titled, editioned “No. 1 (first state)”; and both signed in pencil in lower margin, 20.8 x 36.4cm, 23.3 x 35.6cm. One with slight foxing, minor rubbing and paper loss to upper margin. Framed.

Sydney cartoonist, illustrator and painter, Cecil Humphrey Percival “took over from Norman Lindsay as principal cartoonist on The Bulletin in August 1924 but in the 1940s was better known for his children's book illustrations.” Ref: Design & Art Australia Online.

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Item #CL207-16

Price (AUD): $3,300.00  other currencies