It was likely made to illustrate "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allen Poe. The Magical Mimics in Oz in 1946 and The Shaggy Man of Oz in 1949. Throughout the 1950s he continued to illustrate interior stories for pulp magazines, such as Adventure, Short Stories, Astounding Science Fiction, and Double Action Detective.
| Country Of Origin | United States |
| Unit Of Sale | Single Piece |
| Type | Painting |
| Year Of Production | 1960 |
| Original/Licensed Reproduction | Original |
| Framing | Unframed |
| Handmade | Yes |
| Time Period Produced | 1960-1969 |
A nice touch is the soft edge blending that gives the painting a gentle, seamless look in daylight.