Vintage Penny Ross “Rabbit Clown” Print — Mid-Century Reproduction, Framed by Edwin Ullman’s Collector’s Gallery, Professionally Restored

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Description

A delightfully whimsical framed print after the early-20th-century American illustrator Penny (M.T.) Ross (1881 – 1937), celebrated for his playful … Read more A delightfully whimsical framed print after the early-20th-century American illustrator Penny (M.T.) Ross (1881 – 1937), celebrated for his playful storybook and children’s-comic imagery. This charming “Rabbit Clown” scene captures Ross’s signature anthropomorphic humor — a dapper hare in circus costume sketching his own likeness — rendered in beautifully saturated continuous-tone color.

Produced and framed together circa 1970s – early 1980s, when decorative publishers revived classic illustrators in bright, nostalgic palettes, this print was created using a high-quality offset-lithographic (photomechanical) process. The smooth surface, rich pigments, and absence of halftone dots confirm a mid-century continuous-tone print rather than a modern digital reproduction or earlier chromolithograph.

Artist

Penny (M.T.) Ross was an American illustrator and cartoonist active in the 1910s–1930s, known for endearing animal characters and children’s-book art that blended humor with warmth. While this particular rabbit-clown image has not been traced to a specific published story, it perfectly reflects Ross’s early-20th-century aesthetic — lively, gentle, and imaginative.

Framing & Provenance

Framed by Edwin Ullman’s Collector’s Gallery, Canoga Park, California (Zip 91307) — a boutique Los Angeles-area frame shop active during the mid- to late-20th century. The framing, matting, and print appear original to one another.
• Frame: White-painted wood with beveled edges.
• Mat: Bright yellow archival mat — a cheerful 1970s–1980s design accent.
• Backing: New acid-free archival frame tape and fresh kraft dust cover.
• Glazing: Clear glass; seated and secure.
• Restoration: All miter joints tightened and squared; backing resealed for long-term stability

Perfect for a nursery, art studio, library, or cottage-style interior. Its playful subject, vintage palette, and refined restoration make it a standout accent for collectors who appreciate Americana, children’s illustration, and cheerful mid-century framing. See less