71 - Stars, Stripes & Sales Auction!
Thu, Jul 2, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 167
Norman Rockwell (American, 1894–1978) - Boy and Dog Snuggled in Blanket (1925)
Estimate: $500 - $800
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
This piece is a classic, nostalgic illustration by the iconic American artist Norman Rockwell, titled "Boy and Dog Snuggled in Blanket" (also known as "Boy and dog fallen asleep waiting for Santa Claus"), originally created in 1925. [
Artwork Details & Subject Matter
- Subject: The artwork captures a tender, heartwarming scene of a young, red-headed boy and his small puppy curled up together. Both have fallen fast asleep inside a large, plush burgundy wingback armchair.
- Composition: The boy is nestled deeply into the corner of the chair, resting his chin softly against the puppy's back. A striking geometric-patterned blanket is wrapped snugly over them, with the distinctive logo and slogan "Beacon Blankets make Warm Friends" prominently displayed at the bottom left.
- Historical Context: This piece belongs to Rockwell's highly collectible commercial advertising portfolio. It was specifically commissioned as an illustration advertisement for the Beacon Blanket Manufacturing Company, a massive textile mill based in Swannanoa, North Carolina.
- Artist: Norman Rockwell (American, 1894–1978)
- Title: Boy and Dog Snuggled in Blanket (1925)
- Category: Fine Art / Prints & Multiples (depending on whether this specific lot is a vintage print, lithograph, or advertisement tear-sheet)
- Dimensions: 50x41 in.
- Themes: Americana, Holiday/Christmas, Vintage Advertising, Nostalgia
Available payment options
Congratulations on your winning! As per policy, balances of $2500 or more will need to be paid via bank wire, Zelle, check or money order. See below for payment instructions: Zelle: Send payment to williamsonauction@gmail.com • Wire Transfer: Domestic: WIRE Bank of America Routing: 026009593 Account: 898161769476 Williamson Auction Gallery International: Swift Code:BOFAUS3N Swift Code: BOFAUS6S-NON US CURRENCY Bank of America Account: 898161769476 Bank Address: 222 Broadway, New York, Ny 10038 Check: Williamson Auction Gallery 3816 N 29th Ave Hollywood, FL 33020
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