Description
ORIGINAL FORTUNE MAGAZINE COVER | JUNE 1930 | WALTER BUEHR
This stunning June 1930 Fortune cover captures a scientist absorbed in his work at the laboratory microscope, surrounded by the essential apparatus of chemical research—flasks, beakers, and glassware rendered in subtle tones against a darkened laboratory interior. The artist’s skillful use of light and shadow draws the viewer’s eye to the illuminated workspace, creating a contemplative meditation on scientific inquiry during America’s transition into the modern industrial age.
About the Artist
Walter Buehr (1897–1971) came from a distinguished family of artists and was also a prolific writer and illustrator. His work combined technical precision with an artist’s sensibility, making him a natural choice for Fortune’s commission to capture the worlds of science and industry. Buehr’s ability to convey narrative and mood through composition and lighting made him one of the era’s most respected commercial illustrators.
Condition & Details
This is an original vintage gravure print from 1930—not a reproduction. The cover is in good condition overall with some foxing visible along the bottom border, which is consistent with age and adds to its authentic vintage character. The piece has been linen-backed for stability and is ready to frame.
Specifications
- Size: 11″ × 14″
- Medium: Gravure Print, Linen-backed
- Date: June 1930
- Inventory #: 21335
- Certificate of Authenticity included
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