{"product_id":"new-yorker-cover-57","title":"Fisherman's Den- The New Yorker","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis charming New Yorker cover from September 1952 captures a quintessentially American moment: the collision of working-class practicality with suburban aspiration. A repairman stands in the doorway of an elaborately decorated nautical den, his tool bag in hand, surveying a room that could belong to Captain Ahab himself. A mounted swordfish presides over the space, while portholes, a ship's wheel, and a life preserver marked 'Gypsy' transform an ordinary room into a landlocked vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe watercolor illustration, attributed to Perry Barlow, demonstrates the magazine's signature blend of warmth and wit. The teal sofa adorned with seagull motifs, the ship in a bottle, and the anchor-patterned lamp all speak to the era's enthusiasm for themed decor. Another figure in the corner examines what appears to be a cabinet or radio, adding to the scene's quiet comedy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA delightful example of early 1950s social observation, this cover would make a wonderful addition to any collection of mid-century illustration, New Yorker memorabilia, or nautical Americana.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.5\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perry Barlow\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, * Please note that this listing is for the cover artwork, and not the magazine as a whole. Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Some covers may have writing or images on verso. Please refer to each print's photo to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45413685592179,"sku":"CA8774","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/2026-08-27-14-06-18-01.jpg?v=1787868251","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/products\/new-yorker-cover-57","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}