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"I Want You!"

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:162.00 USD Estimated At:325.00 - 425.00 USD
 I Want You!
Arrestingly charismatic vintage sepia photograph of James Montgomery Flagg, artist immortalized by his World War I recruiting poster of a stern Uncle Sam (believed to be his own face, with goatee!) pointing at the beholder. Poignant, pensive pose, in hounds-tooth jacket, smoking cigarette. Inscribed to Wally Pike, signed in Flagg's trademark illustrator's hand, darkest mahogany ink complementing the image's rich coffee tones. Dated on verso July 5, 1937. By "Pirie Mac Donald, Photographer of Men, N.Y.," 7 3/4 x 10 1/4. Large red rubber stamp on verso, "A National Broadcasting Co. photo...Compliments of the Press Relations Dept...711 Fifth Ave...." Lacking upper right tip, blank upper left tip bent, very light handling evidence, else fine and wonderful for display. Uncommon. A contributing artist to Life magazine by age 14, at his zenith Flagg was the highest paid magazine illustrator in America. F