No caption is needed for Mischa Richter's gag cartoon of a well-traveled elevator rider that appeared in the December 1, 1986 issue of the New Yorker. The original art was sold two weeks ago on eBay for less than the price of many a business lunch. Why so little for such a unique published gag? (Yes, all published gags are more or less unique, but still why so little appreciation by the market?)
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| Mischa Richter Original art The New Yorker, December 1, 1986, page 115 |
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| Mischa Richter eBay Listing Ended May 3, 2018 |
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| Mischa Richter eBay Item Description |
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| Mischa Richter eBay Bid History The last bid from the most experienced bidder wins it two seconds before the auction closes. |
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| Mischa Richter The New Yorker, December 1, 1986, page 115 |
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| Mischa Richter Original art The New Yorker, December 1, 1986, page 115 |
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Drawing by Mischa Richter
http://archives.newyorker.com/?i=1986-12-01#folio=114 |
Note: Attempted Bloggery seeks scans and photographs of original published and unpublished artwork by Mischa Richter (1910-2001) and other New Yorker artists.
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I love that cartoon! It's a masterpiece of economy and humor. Why do cartoons by Arno and Addams sell for thousands, while a brilliant drawing like that goes for a mere $56? I'd like to know.
ReplyDeleteA lot of good buys are to be found at the low end of the market. But you're right: there should be stronger demand.
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