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Framed Print : Melting Appeal by Merlin Enabnit
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Melting Appeal by Merlin Enabnit
Pin up girl by Merlin Enabnit (1903-1979) dressed in a festive, scarlet snowsuit and posing with a snowman. Enabnit was born in Des Moines, Iowa and was a successful commercial artist. He produced 24 pin up illustrations for The Sketch during the 1940s
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Media ID 4400425
© Estate of Merlin Enabnit/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library
1979 28th Appeal Born Commercial Dressed Enabnit Festive Illustrations Iowa Melting Merlin Moines Posing Produced Scarlet Snow Man Successful
22"x18" Modern Frame
Add a touch of vintage charm to your decor with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Melting Appeal" by Merlin Enabnit. This iconic pin-up photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a festive and playful scene of a beautiful woman in a scarlet snowsuit interacting with a snowman. Merlin Enabnit, a successful commercial artist born in Des Moines, Iowa, brings a unique blend of charm and allure to this timeless piece. Our high-quality framed prints are ready to hang and make a stunning addition to any room in your home or office.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image, titled "Melting Appeal," features the alluring and talented artist Merlin Enabnit, born in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1903. Known for his 24 pin-up illustrations produced for The Sketch during the 1940s, Enabnit showcases his artistic prowess in this festive photograph. The snow-covered landscape sets the scene for an enchanting winter tableau, with Enabnit dressed in a scarlet snowsuit that adds a pop of color against the pristine white snow. As the title suggests, the snowman in the scene seems to be melting under the artist's seductive gaze. The playful interaction between Enabnit and the melting snowman adds an element of whimsy and charm to the image. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its representation of both the artist and the era in which he thrived. Enabnit's successful career as a pin-up artist during the 1940s placed him among the most prominent figures in American popular culture. His work graced the pages of magazines and advertisements, leaving a lasting impact on the art world. This photograph, taken on December 28, 1979, captures a moment in time that showcases both the artist's charisma and his artistic talent. As we admire this image, we are transported back to a bygone era, where the allure of pin-up art and the simple joy of a snowy winter day came together in perfect harmony. The melting appeal of this photograph lies in its ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia and wonder, leaving us longing for a time when art and beauty were celebrated in their most unapologetic forms.
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