TO THE RESCUE (HISTORY)
Date1911
CountryUSA
MediumPaper
Dimensions17.8 x 22.9 cm (7 x 9") (Image)
Frame: 29.8 x 34.9 cm (11 3/4 x 13 3/4")
Frame: 29.8 x 34.9 cm (11 3/4 x 13 3/4")
Credit LineBrigham Young University Museum of Art, gift of anonymous donor.
Object number99119002C
DescriptionA document that states: "'TO THE RESCUE' NORMAN ROCKWELL'S EARLIST KNOWN WORK
This is the oldest surviving drawing done by Norman Rockwell known to exist today. Done in 1911 at the age of 17, it was entered in a contest sponsored by the Art Students League of New York. It depicts the response of eastern seafaring men to the word of a shipwreck. Done in the medium of charcoal, the work received a first place award and an art scholarship for young Rockwell.
As a result of this award the young man began his serious study in art which led him toward the career and reputation he enjoys today.
On the reverse side of the drawing, in the artist's own hand is written: Norman P. Rockwell, Palmer Avenue, Mamaroneck, N.Y. Also in Mr. Rockwell's own hand in pencil is found this inscription: Drawn by Norman P. Rockwell Awarded Scholarship at Students Art League.
The painting has traveled to many art galleries, and is fully documented."
(Signature) Norman Rockwell
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