Robert O. Bastian (American, 1917-1970) San Fran

Robert O. Bastian (American, 1917-1970) San Francisco Chronicle newspaper cartoon, circa 1953 India ink, lithographic crayon, and gouache on heavyweight paper 14 x 18 inches (35.6 x 45.7 cm) (image) Signed lower right: Bastian Chairman Mao Zedong of Red China dreams of slicing up the world and parceling out portions to suppliant nations, including Uncle Sam representing the United States, in this original editorial cartoon published in the San Francisco Chronicle newspaper. Robert Owen Bastian was born in Northern California and served in the Marines in World War II, after which he returned to the bay area and worked in advertising and news photography. In 1953 he became editorial cartoonist for the San Francisco Chronicle where he remained until the 1968 newspaper strike. After leaving the Chronicle he provided commentary and drew a cartoon each night for the PBS show Newsroom. He died by his own hand in 1970. HID03101062020 © 2026 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.comxTexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

Condition
Horizontal crease through center region. A few very light handling dents, most visible in upper region of clouds under raking light. Light rubbing to inscription at lower right. Very light scattered surface dirt, most visible in upper region of clouds. Wear and markings to margins of page in keeping with illustration and publishing process. Not framed. Sheet overall: 14.75 x 18.75 inches Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS"