Lot 385
Neill, John R (1877-1943) American magazine and children's book illustrator known primarily for illustrating more than forty stories set in the Land of Oz. His pen-and-ink drawings have become identified almost exclusively with the Oz series. Original head-and-shoulders pen-and-ink drawing of a scarecrow inscribed and signed, "To Dorothy Crowell - Jno R Neill," on a 5 1/8 x 4¼ in. piece of paper, which is affixed at top and bottom to a leaf from an autograph album. The scarecrow's tongue is sticking out, one eye is larger than the other, and his pointy hat is drooping. A whimsical, appealing drawing. The scarecrow was the first companion that Dorothy and Toto discovered on their journey down the Yellow Brick Road.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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| Realized $600 |
