ORIGINAL BILLY SMART POSTER ART PAINTING. Billy Smart 1955 original poster design. Original artwork for the popular and instantly recognisable 1955 poster campaign. The design was also used as the rear cover of touring programme. Painted by Leon Crossley, chief illustrator at W.E. Berry’s. Oil painting on board. The painted animal section is laid on additionally to give a slight 3D effect. Approx size 305 x 455mm. Includes original certificate of authenticity. Superb condition for it's age with only minor handling marks, overall is excellent. Commissioned by Billy Smart and used by W.E. Berry to produce original posters and programmes. A magnificent centrepiece for any collector’s home, office or gallery. A very special original painting which needs to be seen to appreciate the wonderful depth of texture created by the artist's process of painting. A unique opportunity to own a genuine rare and beautiful piece of Circus art.
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