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Lot #121
John F. Kennedy's Original Political Cartoon by Frank Dahl - 'The Next Democratic Convention' - From the Kennedy Estate

Original illustration presented to "the real John Kennedy" by Boston's beloved editorial cartoonist

Estimate: $600+

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Description

Original illustration presented to "the real John Kennedy" by Boston's beloved editorial cartoonist

Original pen-and-ink political cartoon entitled "The Next Democratic Convention" by Frank Dahl, accomplished on an off-white 10 x 7 sheet, signed and inscribed in the lower border in pencil, "With best wishes to the real John Kennedy, Frank Dahl." The cartoon shows a 1956 convention scene with an audience holding signs, "Kennedy for Treasurer," "Kennedy for Fence Viewer," and "Kennedy for Cemetery Custodian," captioned with the punchline below: "'Now is there anyone here whose name isn't John F. Kennedy?'" Matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 11.25. In fine condition, with a stain along the bottom edge.

Provenance: Lot 762, The Estate Of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Sotheby's, April 23-26, 1996, with a price realized of $10,350; retains its original lot label affixed at the lower left.

The illustrator, Francis W. Dahl was an editorial cartoonist for the Boston Herald for many years. His New York Times obituary described him as 'Boston's best‐known cartoonist,' whose 'cartoons focused on Bostonians and their politics, customs, costumes and foibles, with most of his subjects growing out of local news items.' A desirable piece presented by Boston's most famous cartoonist to its most famous politician.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring John F. Kennedy
  • Dates: October 25, 2024 - November 13, 2024