Jessie Willcox Smith "Gridiron Hopeful" Stretched Canvas

$49.95

Jessie Willcox Smith "Gridiron Hopeful" Stretched Canvas 

Charming reproduction of beloved American illustrator Jessie Willcox Smith's timeless artwork featuring a young boy ready to play football. This gallery-wrapped canvas captures Smith's signature soft pastels and gentle brushwork that made her one of the most celebrated children's illustrators of the early 20th century.

Key Features:
  • Premium stretched canvas, ready to hang
  • Gallery-wrapped edges (no framing required)
  • Fade-resistant inks for lasting color
  • 16"x16" square format fits standard decor spaces
  • 1.25" deep profile for dimensional wall presence
  • Pre-installed sawtooth hanger for easy wall mounting

Jessie Willcox Smith (1863–1935) was a pioneering American illustrator whose tender, richly detailed depictions of childhood helped shape the visual language of Americana in the early 20th century. Best known for her work in magazines like Good Housekeeping and her iconic book illustrations—such as A Child’s Garden of Verses and Heidi—Smith captured the innocence, warmth, and wonder of youth with a timeless charm that continues to resonate. Her art, featured on stretched canvas and greeting cards, evokes nostalgia and gentle storytelling, making each piece a heartfelt tribute to classic American illustration.

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MATERIAL
  • Wood
  • Other Materials - See Description
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
  • China
SHIPPING INFORMATION
  • Typically ships from Los Osos CA 93402

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