NO SWIMMING Franklin Lischke Freckle-Faced Boy Running by Norman Rockwell
FYI: "In this famous Post cover from early in Rockwell's career, three boys discover that a 'No Swimming' sign means exactly what it says. Throughout Rockwell's work, but especially in his early paintings, boys - and girls too for that matter - are no better than they ought to be. Like Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn, they have a knack for getting into any kind of mischief that happens to be placed at their disposal. These boys sure are hightailing it out of there! Even the dog is hauling tail. Rockwell expert Robert Berridge wrote about this cover in a recent edition of The Saturday Evening Post magazine. “Franklin Lischke—the freckle-faced lad in the middle,” writes Berridge, was so taken with Rockwell’s work, he ended up studying art himself, becoming a successful commercial artist. The question remained for decades: what were the boys running from? “Could it have been the pond owner,” Berridge asked, “an irritated bull, or a group of passing girls?” The model himself told Berridge. Answer at the end of this piece…"
This is a print taken from a vintage art book. Measures 8.25x11.75" inches. The print may/not have an image/text on the back.
Condition: Has some edge wear.
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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