M. Sendak Signed "Milk in the Batter" Fine Art Print

A fine art print, "Milk in the Batter," illustrated by children's book author Maurice Sendak (1928-2012), pen signed by the artist as "Maurice Sendak" at lower right. Copyright information is printed verso. A few gentle wrinkles affecting the lower left corner outside of the image, else near fine. 19.25" x 14.5."

The image first appeared in Sendak's children's book "In the Night Kitchen" (New York: Harper & Row, 1970), which was awarded the Caldecott Honor the following year. It depicts three rotund chefs, apparent caricatures of comedian Oliver Hardy, preparing batter for a "morning cake." The protagonist of the story, a little boy named Mickey, can be seen perched on a milk bottle at the upper left. This image was first printed in 1971 as a fine art print included among twenty images selected by Sendak for his portfolio "Pictures by Maurice Sendak" (New York: Harper & Row, 1971). Sendak curated this collection to include his favorite images from eight different titles to be enjoyed as art prints without necessarily being tied to the related text.

Maurice Sendak was an award-winning children's book illustrator and author. Always interested in design, Sendak began his career by illustrating comic books and designing toy company shop windows. "Where The Wild Things Are" was followed by "In the Night Kitchen" (1970) and "Outside Over There" (1981). Sendak also created, wrote, and produced animated children's television programs.

This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.

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