[Dick and Jane Original Artwork] Two Dick and Jane Original Illustrations for "We Come and Go," ca. 1947 by Eleanor Campbell, Illustrator of Dick and Jane Books

Offered here are two superb original watercolor on illustrations on art board by Eleanor Campbell, the original and premier illustrator of the Dick and Jane books. Illustrations appear in the book, "We Come and Go," Chicago, Scott, Foresman and Co. and form appear on pages 55 and 58 of the first issue of the book. A charming pair of scenes showing the progression of Spot watching Jane and Father getting into their bright green car to go on a picnic (p. 55, full-page illustration entitled "Away We Go"), and the second (p.58) showing Jane opening the door to let the 'forgotten' Spot into the car: "Come in, Spot," said Jane. You can go in the car." Dimensions: P.55: 10 3/4" x 8 3/4"; P.58: 10" x 7" . Expertly matted. Illustrations give page numbers where illustrations appear and guideline grid marks for printer. Some notation on back denoting publication info. A fine pair, offered together as a unit, and classic early compositions showing nearly all the major figures: Spot, Dick, Jane, Sally, Father, and ofcourse, the huge green car. Expertly mounted onto archival foam board and double matted.

Price: $6,250.00   Item #2007