Lot 335: Helen Moore Sewell (NY,1896-1957), Christmas Fire,

Helen Moore Sewell (NY,1896-1957), Christmas Fire, mixed media on paper, unsigned, charming scene of a portly, pleasant fellow lounging before a roaring fire as a young boy and accompanist, matted and framed under glass, mat bears inscription Helen Moore Sewell / 1896-1957; Helen Moore Sewell is perhaps most well-known for her Little House on the Prairie.illustrations, however she lent her talents to a large number of children's books, including twelve she wrote and illustrated, her illustrations for The Thanksgiving Story were among those chosen as a Caldecott Honor Book in 1955 - SS 9h x 12.25w; DOA 21.75h x 24.25w