James Avati (American, 1912-2005) The Time of Indifference paperback cover, 1955 Oil on board 20-1/2 x 23-1/4 inches (52.1 x 59.1 cm) Signed upper right: Avati This work first appeared as the cover of The Time of Indifference by Alberto Moravia (Signet, 1955). It was altered by the artist for a second as-of-yet unidentified use after its publication, and bears a second title of The Long Full Dinner on the verso. Reworking illustrations was a common practice for artists for decades, and the scene as it stands is still classic Avati. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
