The Novice Ice Skater by Norman Rockwell Saturday Evening Post Cover Print
FYI: "The Novice Skater, this Norman Rockwell painting, appeared on the cover of The Saturday Evening Post published February 7, 1920. With this painting, Norman Rockwell shows us a typical winter scene. Rockwell usually painted scenes that were familiar to his audience. A favorite winter pastime of the era was ice skating, especially outside. Both characters are dressed warmly, so we can safely assume that this is an outdoor winter scene. The lady, who is the novice skater from the title, is wearing a fur hat, scarf, sweater and long skirt. She dropped her fur muff on the ice when she fell. These are just these clothes visible. She is probably warmly dressed underneath as well. She also wears new boot skates. Most of the characters in Rockwell's previous ice skating paintings have been wearing less expensive strap-on skates. This suggest that this young lady is serious about learning to ice skate. She doesn't seem hurt or embarrassed by her fall to the ice. Actually, she is smiling. She probably realizes that falling is as big a part of learning to ice skate as anything else. Learning how to fall is very important!
The gentleman trying to help her up is dressed warmly as well. Cap, scarf, jacket, pants and knee socks make up the visible part of his skating attire. No doubt he also wears long johns underneath. His face suggests that he is straining to lift the load that is the young woman. Certainly, there is a proper technique to picking up a fallen skater as well. He doesn't want to end up with his bottom on the ice like a novice."
This is a print taken from a vintage art book. Measures 14 x 10" inches. The print may/not have an image/text on the back.
Comes unframed.
About the Artist: "Norman Rockwell paintings are synonymous with the comforts and life of a small town. From landscapes to cute puppies to curious boys, his work will take you back to a simpler time when life moved slower, and neighbors knew one another. Add a homey vibe to your decor with Norman Rockwell art."
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