Hirschfeld, Albert. (1903–2003). The American Theatre: As Seen by Hirschfeld - Signed Title Page with Drawing.
Signed title page of The American Theatre: As Seen by Hirschfeld (New York: George Braziller, 1961). Inscribed, "For Paul / HIRSCHFELD," with the addition of two extra arms and pointing hands drawn by the artist. Single sheet, cut from the book. 11 x 8.5 inches (28 x 21.5 cm). In fine condition.
Hirschfeld was a celebrated caricaturist. His cartoons appeared in a variety of venues including the New York Times.
From the collection of Paul McMahon, a critic, photographer and artist who worked for more than 13 years touring with Marlene Dietrich as the icon’s stage manager, announcer, dresser, secretary and escort, and later spent 25 years as an arts and entertainment reviewer and photographer with Gay Community News, Esplanade, Tommy’s Connection, The Mirror, Bay Windows and other publications.
Hirschfeld, Albert. (1903–2003). The American Theatre: As Seen by Hirschfeld - Signed Title Page with Drawing.
Signed title page of The American Theatre: As Seen by Hirschfeld (New York: George Braziller, 1961). Inscribed, "For Paul / HIRSCHFELD," with the addition of two extra arms and pointing hands drawn by the artist. Single sheet, cut from the book. 11 x 8.5 inches (28 x 21.5 cm). In fine condition.
Hirschfeld was a celebrated caricaturist. His cartoons appeared in a variety of venues including the New York Times.
From the collection of Paul McMahon, a critic, photographer and artist who worked for more than 13 years touring with Marlene Dietrich as the icon’s stage manager, announcer, dresser, secretary and escort, and later spent 25 years as an arts and entertainment reviewer and photographer with Gay Community News, Esplanade, Tommy’s Connection, The Mirror, Bay Windows and other publications.