Norman Rockwell Collection
Fleeing Hobo
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Description
Saturday Evening Post cover, August 18, 1928.
Times were bad in 1928 and unemployment was rampant. Hobos, or Kings of the Road as they called themselves, were common and they were a favorite subject of authors, artists, and cartoonists. Financially troubled people silently envied their free and easy life on the rails, where the only problem might be an exuberant dog hot on the heels of a hobo who has just pilfered a hot apple pie from someone's windowsill.
Rockwell enjoyed painting such colorful characters and this is the fifth one to grace the cover of The Saturday Evening Post. And we're sure he'll make it back to his associates in the freight car just as soon as the pup gasps for breath.
Two of Rockwell's earlier tramps, September and October, 1924, had a better experience when they encountered friendly pooches who were willing to share their experiences and join them in their travels.
Dimensions
| name | dimensions | investment |
| Fleeing Hobo | 21" x 17" x 9.375" | $14,000 USD |
This bronze statue has a Worldwide Limited Edition of 50 sculptures only.
Quality Guarantee
Each limited edition bronze statue carries a certificate of authenticity that assures the bronze sculpture is authorized and licensed by The Curtis Publishing Company, Indianapolis, IN USA and the Norman Rockwell Estate, Niles, IL, USA.