On October 2, 1950, a little comic strip debuted in seven newspapers and proceeded, in the years that followed, to change the form - and, in its own small way, the world.
Charles Schultz's "Peanuts" turns 70 next year, and the celebration is begining in Austin, Texas this weekend. Tonight, Mondo Gallery opens "It's An Art Show, Charlie Brown," which reproduces sixteen iconic "Peanuts" panels and cartoons (via screenprints by Lady Lazarus Press). These moments elegantly articulate part of what makes the strip so timeless: a sense of existential ennui, which makes them particularly poignant in these nerve-racking times.
We're pleased to share some of our favorites (five of them exclusive to Flavorwire); keep an eye on Mondo's site if you'd like to pick one up for yourself.
Peanuts "Empty" (Flavorwire Exclusive)
Featuring artwork by Charles Schulz
18" x 22" Screenprinted Poster
Edition of 100
Printed by Lady Lazarus Press
$45
Peanuts "Go Home" (Flavorwire Exclusive)
Featuring artwork by Charles Schulz
18" x 24" Screenprinted Poster
Edition of 125
Printed by Lady Lazarus Press
$45
Peanuts "Can't Stand It" (Flavorwire Exclusive)
Featuring artwork by Charles Schulz
18" x 24" Screenprinted Poster
Edition of 125
Printed by Lady Lazarus Press
$45
Peanuts "Doomed" (Flavorwire Exclusive)
Featuring artwork by Charles Schulz
19" x 18" Screenprinted Poster
Edition of 125
Printed by Lady Lazarus Press
$45
Peanuts "Musicians" (Flavorwire Exclusive)
Featuring artwork by Charles Schulz
24" x 16.5" Screenprinted Poster
Edition of 125
Printed by Lady Lazarus Press
$45
Peanuts "Hide"
Featuring artwork by Charles Schulz
16" x 24" Screenprinted Poster
Edition of 100
Printed by Lady Lazarus Press
$45
Peanuts "Ice Cream"
Featuring artwork by Charles Schulz
18" x 21" Screenprinted Poster
Edition of 100
Printed by Lady Lazarus Press
$45
Peanuts “Masks”
Featuring artwork by Charles Schulz
24" x 16.5" Screenprinted Poster
Edition of 100
Printed by Lady Lazarus Press
$45
Opening night for “It’s An Art Show, Charlie Brown” will be held Friday, November 15 from 7pm – 10pm at Mondo Gallery, located at 4115 Guadalupe St. in Austin, TX. The show will be on display through November 17 during regular gallery hours (12pm - 6pm). Visit Mondo online for more information.