1955 Cover LIFE Meaderthal Man Bear Cult Religious Ritual Rudolph F YLMC2

Please note that this is a cover only! This is a color cover of LIFE Magazine for December 12, 1955 featuring a painting by Rudolph F. Zallinger of Neanderthal men adding bear heads to a ceremonial collection of skulls.

CONDITION

This 57+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. No natural defects. No tears. No water damage. There is some light creasing along the margin edges and a mailing label in the bottom left corner.

• Product Type: Original Cover; Color
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.25 x 13.75 inches; 26 x 35 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This piece was illustrated by Zallinger, Rudolph F. Artist signature in print - bottom center of image.

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