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Lovell: Art & Illustrations

Tom Lovell’s love of history and his devotion to detailed accuracy was reflected in his art. He began illustrating for pulp magazines during his junior year in the College of Fine Arts at Syracuse University. He received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1931. Lovell said that he was fortunate to be able to earn a living illustrating during the Depression when so many people were unable to find work. Below are just a few of the items in the collection. Please also view the Guide to the Tom Lovell Papers.
Lovell working on an illustration, circa 1940’s-1950’s. Tom Lovell Papers Box #24 Folder #01
Lovell and John Clymer relaxing against a pole, circa 1980’s. Tom Lovell Papers Box #24 Folder #01
Lovell striking a pose as a patient hunter, circa 1990’s. Tom Lovell Papers Box #35 Folder #03
“The Hand Warmer” by Tom Lovell, 1973. Part of the permanent collection of the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. Tom Lovell Papers
Illustration, by Tom Lovell, of a whale attacking a ship. Tom Lovell Papers Box #7 Folder #072
Illustration, by Tom Lovell, of excited children on Halloween pushing to get the first piece of candy. Tom Lovell Papers Box #07 Folder #073
Illustration, by Tom Lovell, of a couple enjoying a moment though she isn’t really dressed for the climate. Tom Lovell Papers Box #07 Folder #076
Illustration, by Tom Lovell, of two men and two children preparing for a horse back ride, 1975. Tom Lovell Papers Box #07 Folder #099
Illustration, by Tom Lovell, of men on a boat, carrying cattle, struggling to keep from crashing into the rocks like the unfortunate men climbing ashore. Tom Lovell Papers Box #07 Folder #102
Illustration, by Tom Lovell, of a couple in a barn. Tom Lovell Papers Box #07 Folder #12

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