Gahan Wilson , Wish Not to Be Disturbed for the Duration of Winter, like Charles Addams, 1960

Gahan Wilson was the Master of the macabre, and most of his work is associated with Charles Addams. The beauty of a Gahan Wilson is that is a payoff punchline. The payoff can be visually delivered or can be the result of reading his caption. This great Gahan Wilsonn requires no explanation. Published October 1960 in Playboy. Signed lower left Gahan Wilson. The artist has penciled in his own handwriting the caption and has inscribed his name and address on verso. Gahan Wilson, Woodstock, New York.
"I'm sorry, sir, but Professor Dornley does not wish to be disturbed for the duration of the winter."
Ink,Gouache,Color Pencil, Pencil
9.15 - 6.75 inches
US$15,000 Plus Shipping