† Noel Rockmore
(American/Louisiana, 1928-1995)
"Coney Island: Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs", 1964
oil on masonite
signed, titled and dated lower right and E. L. Borenstein Collection catalogue sheet en verso.
Framed.
24" x 36", framed 25" x 37"
Provenance: Previously in the Collection of E. L. "Larry" Borenstein, New Orleans.

In 1916, Polish immigrants Nathan and Ida Handwerker opened their restaurant Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs at the corner of Surf and Stillwell Avenues in Coney Island. The recipe for their hot dogs was handed down from Ida's grandmother. As Coney Island became a center of entertainment with boardwalk, beach, side shows and amusement rides, Nathan's Famous became a favorite stop for visitors.

Noel Rockmore moved to Brooklyn where he lived near Coney Island, finding inspiration in the lively atmosphere of the amusement park.

No signs of past restorations. Surface dirt and toning of the varnish layer. Surface abrasions by edges; occasional surface marks throughout; diagonal surface mark mid left. Frame with separation corners, surface marks, nicks and abrasions. New Orleans Auction Galleries is pleased to issue and opinion of any lot; the absence of a condition report does not indicate that a lot is perfect condition or free from damage and/or wear.  Please understand that New Orleans Auction Galleries employs no professional conservators. All statements in any condition report, or statements taken verbally, are purely our best opinions, and not blanket statements of fact issued by this auction house.  Prospective buyers should examine each lot so as to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, importance, age, etc. Regardless of any statements made in writing or verbally, all lots are sold strictly "As Is" in accordance with section 2 of our Conditions of Sale.  No returns will be accepted on the basis of condition.