Redondo Sea Hawks vs. El Segundo Eagles Official Program Cover
Ephemera / Commercial Print (Football Program Cover) • Larry Tisdale
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Americana / American Illustration (Golden Age overlap)
Medium & Technique
Mechanical offset lithography or letterpress on paper; original likely produced in gouache or tempera
Creation Period
circa 1947–1952 (Based on graphic style, 10-cent price, and Friday, November 14 calendar match)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8.5 x 11 inches; vertical portrait format
Subject Description
A dynamic sports illustration featuring a blonde cheerleader mid-jump in the foreground, wearing a red sweater and white skirt. In the background, football players from the Redondo Sea Hawks and El Segundo Eagles sit on a bench observing a game in a packed stadium. The work captures the optimistic, idealized aesthetic of post-WWII American youth culture.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; appears well-preserved with sharp edges and vibrant colors, showing minimal foxing or structural wear for its age.
Estimated Market Value
$75.00 - $150.00
Auction Estimate
$50.00 - $125.00
Provenance History
Likely acquired at a high school football game in the South Bay area of Los Angeles (Redondo Beach/El Segundo). Private collection, subsequent ownership by user.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the height of local regional illustration in Southern California. Larry Tisdale was a notable commercial artist who contributed significantly to high school and collegiate sports iconography during the mid-20th century, a period when local programs commissioned professional-grade artistry.
Notable Features
Features a clear signature by Larry Tisdale in the lower-left corner. The typography 'Official Program 10c' is indicative of the era's pricing and graphic design standards for local sports events.
Condition Issues
Minor surface wear, light yellowing of paper stock consistent with age, possible slight vertical creasing from storage.
Conservation Recommendations
Mount using acid-free, archival materials. Use UV-protective glass to prevent fading of the red and blue pigments. Maintain a stable environment with low humidity.
Collector Notes
Signed by larry tisdale