Description: (American Illustrator and Painter)
J.C. Leyendecker was a well-known freelance commercial artist in the U.S. during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He created drawings and paintings for various mediums such as posters, books, advertisements, and magazine covers. Leyendecker is most recognized for his extensive work on covers for Collier's Weekly and The Saturday Evening Post, as well as advertising illustrations for prominent brands like B. Kuppenheimer and Arrow shirts. He was also notable as one of the few openly gay artists of his time.