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    Maxfield Parrish: 1931 Small Edison Mazda Lamps Calendar "The Waterfall." This calendar illustration was the fourteenth in the History of Light series for the Edison Mazda electric light bulb company. This particular example was issued by the L. J. Hoffman company of Buffalo, Minnesota, purveyors of G.E. Radio Radiotrons and Electric Refrigerators as well as Thor Electric Washers. Full calendar pad, sight size is 8.75" x 19", handsomely framed. Excellent condition.

    More Information: One of the foremost illustrators of the 20th century, Maxfield Parrish is set apart by his unique style. He mastered effects of light and shade, employing a painstaking shading technique and luminous colors, particularly a bright blue. His famous painting "Daybreak," sold millions of copies as a print and has been used in print and television advertisements.

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    Auction Dates
    May, 2014
    24th Saturday
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