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Edward Sorel - Caricature of Babe Ruth - c.1960s

Artist: Edward Sorel (All)

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Edward Sorel - Caricature of Babe Ruth - c.1960s Comic Art
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Title: Edward Sorel - Caricature of Babe Ruth - c.1960s
Artist: Edward Sorel (All)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Illustration
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 2,763
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Comments: 4
Added to Site: 1/24/2015
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I have yet to discover where this Edward Sorel caricature of the Bambino originally saw print, but it did appear in Sorel's book, "Superpen". It's such a fine drawing, from the wonderful caricature, to the incredible pen work. And as one who enjoys seeing the process in the work, I see that Sorel replaced the Babe's cap. I assume that he wasn't happy with the first go-around. The person I acquired this from owned the piece since the 1960s, so I assume the piece dates from that decade.

The photo reference likely used by Sorel is the additional image in this gallery.

Update: I emailed Mr. Sorel, and he responded that the caricature appeared in the "Washington Post Book World". Mystery solved!

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Hart R. 
Member Since 2004

Posted on 1/24/2015

I like it! Reminds me of Heinrich Kley's kinetic pen illustrations. Great one Rob!

steve  roden 
Member Since 2011

Posted on 1/24/2015

oh man, the bambino.... super great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jeff Singh 
Member Since 2004

Posted on 1/25/2015

Really expressive illustration. You could look at this for hours. Is it vellum glued to paper?

David  Mandel 
Member Since 2004

Posted on 4/11/2015

Super wonderful! I keep coming back and enjoying this!

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