Snowy Ambush- Collier's Magazine

This delightful 1941 Collier's cover by Lawson Wood captures his beloved Gran'pop character in peak mischievous form. The elderly orangutan, sporting his signature yellow feathered cap, careens down a snowy hillside on a red sled while his companion clings on for dear life, the culprit behind their chaos, a grinning young ape with another snowball at the ready, watches from the hilltop. Wood's mastery of anthropomorphic expression shines here: Gran'pop's startled indignation at the snowball impact, his passenger's grimacing determination, and the troublemaker's gleeful satisfaction tell a complete comedic story in a single frame. The January date places this cheerful scene against the backdrop of a world at war, offering American readers a moment of pure, uncomplicated joy during uncertain times. A charming example of Golden Age magazine illustration at its most accessible, this cover demonstrates why Lawson Wood's ape illustrations became beloved on both sides of the Atlantic. A standout piece for collectors of vintage humor illustration or anyone who appreciates masterful comic timing rendered in paint. Size: 13.5" x 10.5" Artist: Lawson Wood Condition: Good, * Please note that this listing is for the cover artwork, and not the magazine as a whole. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's photo to get a better understanding of the condition.