Mead Schaeffer (1898-1980), Tad Lincoln's Spy," It Looks as if Washington is in Serious Danger!"Hearst'sInternational Cosmopolitan magazine magazine interior (March 1928)

Mead Schaeffer (American, 1898-1980) Tad Lincoln's Spy, "It Looks as if Washington is in Serious Danger!" Hearst's International Cosmopolitan magazine interior, March 1928 Oil on canvas 38 x 29 inches (96.5 x 73.7 cm) Not signed Property from an Important American Illustration Art Collection. The consignor of this lot will donate partial proceeds up to 20% of the hammer price to the Salvation Army in dedication to Ed Jaster. PROVENANCE: The artist; Acquired by the present owner from the above, 1972; Bonhams, New York, November 22, 2016, lot 53; Private collection. HID09710052018 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

Condition Report: Lined canvas. Under UV exam, there appears to be a few minor spots of inpaint along the edges of the composition, as well as a small 3 inch area of inpaint along the lower edge of the right door. Small 1/4 inch area of inpaint near Lincoln's hand. Scattered areas of craquelure. Framed Dimensions 42 X 33 Inches