This luminous cover from Collier’s Weekly (May 1, 1909) showcases Maxfield Parrish's work toward the end of an exclusive agreement he had with the magazine from 1904-1910. The Artist is one of Parrish’s most iconic commissions for Collier's. Parrish used himself as the model for the central figure, capturing the creative spirit he so brilliantly embodied.
•     Artist: Maxfield Parrish (1870–1966)
•     Publication: Collier’s Weekly, May 1, 1909
•     Medium: Original front cover only (not complete magazine)
•     Dimensions: Overall approx. 11 × 14 in.; visible image approx. 13 × 9 in.
•     Condition: Excellent — minimal toning and fading. Tiny margin tears and light edge wear, hidden beneath custom matting.
•     Presentation: Matted in crème and housed in an elaborate gold frame (vintage but not original). First time this piece has been framed.
Collector Notes
•     Represents the culmination of Parrish’s Collier’s work, with his trademark luminous blue tones.
•     Rarely seen in such fine condition, especially framed for display.
•     A centerpiece for collectors of Parrish, Golden Age illustration, or early 20th-century magazine art.