Antique Cigar Band Proof Drawing Prototype by Elmer W. Pirson, American Artist for Sale

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Antique Cigar Band Proof Drawing Prototype by Elmer W. Pirson, American Artist For Sale

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Antique Cigar Band Proof Drawing Prototype by Elmer W. Pirson, American Artist:
$695.09

This listing is for an original antique cigar band proof prototype drawing by American artist, Elmer William Pirson
Pirson was an American painter, but also designed cigar bandsThis piece features wonderful detail with vibrant colors of a woman holding out her right hard with a book in her palm
There is a colorful circle behind the woman, with much detail, as well as other shapes and details along the sides
The piece is signed on the lower right hand side
This piece measures 10 1/2\" x 6 1/8\"
We are not sure if the artist used watercolor, colored pencils or some other medium
Biography of Elmer William Pirson:
An American Illustrator and painter, Elmer William Pirson was born in 1888 in New York.

Artistically, he is known to have studied under George Bridgman and James Earle Fraser of the Art Students League in New York City.

He was a member of the Guild of Freelance Artists.

The artist had a number of illustrations in Judge Magazine, including a cover. Pirson maintained a studio in Rochester and Buffalo, New York, while living in Rochester, New York.

He was killed while walking by the side of a road by a hit-and-run driver, August 23,1935.
Amazing original Elmer William Pirson cigar band proof prototype drawing, which came directly from the Pirson family. We are not sure if the artist used watercolor, colored pencils or some other medium. Some light spotting/marks along the sides/corners & backside. Please view all pictures & please message with questions. Thank you!

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