Vintage 1960s "Pity Puppy" Big Eyes Art

Vintage 1960s "Pity Puppy" Big Eyes Art Plaque by Gig (Girard Goodenow) – 10x14" Up for auction is a wonderfully nostalgic piece of mid-century pop culture: an original 1960s "Pity Puppy" art plaque by the celebrated "Big Eyes" movement artist Girard Goodenow, who signed his commercial work under the pseudonym "Gig". Distributed during the height of the 1960s decor boom, this classic print captures an incredibly expressive, melancholic puppy sitting on a cobblestone alleyway next to an overturned trash can. Physical Specifications: Artist: Gig (Girard Goodenow) Era: Circa 1960s Medium: Textured lithograph print mounted to a heavy, vintage composition particle board/hardboard plaque. Dimensions: Exactly 10" x 14" (A highly collectible standard size from this era). Display Ready: Features factory-painted dark borders to simulate a frame and includes the original metal sawtooth hanger securely nailed to the back. Signature: Authenitcally features the iconic printed "Gig" signature with the copyright symbol in the lower-left corner. Condition Report: This piece is in Good Vintage Condition. It boasts excellent, vibrant color retention with minimal fading over the decades. The textured surface retains its original gloss finish. True to its age, it shows minor, honest shelf wear along the painted edges and light corner scuffing, which only adds to its authentic mid-century character. The particle board backing remains solid, flat, and dry. (Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to evaluate the exact condition). Why Add This to Your Collection? The "Big Eyes" art movement—highly popularized by Margaret Keane and commercialized by artists like Gig—is seeing a major resurgence among retro, rockabilly, and Mid-Century Modern (MCM) collectors. This charming 10x14" plaque makes a perfect, ready-to-hang statement piece for a gallery wall, a vintage nursery, or a retro living room setup! Nearest intersection Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue