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James W Williamson
Businessman on the Beach, Original cover for The Saturday Evening Post, 1960

1960

$75,000
£56,644.43
€66,317.62
CA$106,553.64
A$108,404.55
CHF 62,126.64
MX$1,305,258.07
NOK 726,145.65
SEK 729,332.49
DKK 495,783.80

About the Item

Original cover for The Saturday Evening Post magazine, published January 23, 1960 A businessman sits on the beach at a resort surrounded by financial newspapers and office communications In our digital age, it's easy to get caught up in work, even on vacation. This image of a businessman engrossed in his correspondence is highly relatable in our modern era, even though it was painted in 1960. Swap the radiograms and newspapers for a smartphone pinging with emails and news alerts, and this scene could play out on any beach today, much to the chagrin of spouses everywhere. Dressed in a straw hat, robe, and hotel towel, the man still dons his loafers and diligently works while his wife enjoys the sights of young families frolicking on the beach and a bellhop stands idly by, awaiting further instruction. James Williamson's Post cover humorously captures the challenges of disconnecting in our always-on world. A copy of the magazine accompanies this artwork, attached to the back Artwork Dimensions: 16.75" x 17.75" Framed Dimensions: 24.74" x 25.5" Medium: Gouache on Board Signature: Signed Lower Left
  • Creator:
    James W Williamson (1899 - 1984, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1960
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)Width: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fort Washington, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 47431stDibs: LU384315538132

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