Dove Cares Tomie de Paola. 2004.


Item Number: 12-201

Time Left: CLOSED

Online Close: Dec 15, 2004 7:00 PM EST

Bid History: 14 bids - Item Sold!

Description

6.5 x 8.75"

World-renowned artist, illustrator and author Tomie dePaola has generously donated five original works of holiday themed art commemorating AIDS Action's work fighting HIV/AIDS. Mr. de Paola has been published has written and/or illustrated over 200 books in his over forty-year career including 26 Fairmount Avenue, Strega Nona, and Meet the Barkers. He has been recognized with the two most prestigious awards for children's literature and illustration; the Caldecott Honor Award and the Newbery Honor Award as well as the New Hampshire Governor's Arts Award of Living Treasure.

This work, Dove Cares incorporates the AIDS ribbon and de Paola's most iconic symbols, the white dove of peace. The most popular image on the AIDS Action holiday cards, Dove Cares would make a wonderful gift or display piece for anyone on your holiday shopping list.

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