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You're bidding on an original oil painting by master artist, Brian Fox. Here are your details:

"The Field General", Oil on Canvas, 33 1/2 x 43 1/2 in, framed.

Brian Fox is a nationally-renowned artist specializing in painting athletes & celebrities. His forte and passion centers on sports and music but his ability and experience extend far beyond that scope. Brian has painted some of the biggest icons of our time, including the late Jackie Robinson, Keith Richards, Derek Jeter, Jim Morrison, Mark Wahlberg, Gene Simmons, Johnny Depp, Muhammad Ali, and Mixed Martial Arts Champion Georges St-Pierre, to name just a few. 

"Thank you for taking the time to craft such a meaningful
piece which I will treasure forever and display in a prominent
location here at the stadium."
~ Robert K. Kraft - President and CEO, New England Patriots

Over the course of Brian's 20-year career, Brian has forged numerous relationships with athletes and organizations such as Curt Schilling, Josh Beckett, Ryan Howard, the Major League Baseball Players Association, the National Hockey League, Rachel Robinson and many more in order to raise substantial money for their favorite charitable organizations, including the ALS Association, Major League Baseball Players Trust, Josh Beckett Foundation, Ryan Howard Family Foundation, Providence College, Hockey Fights Cancer and the Jackie Robinson Foundation. 

“Mr. Fox is a truly talented artist and Topps is very fortunate to have him in its sketch artist lineup”  
~ Clay Luraschi, Director of Product Development - TOPPS

Brian has been selected as the official commemorative artist for Major League Baseball's 2007, 2008 and 2009 All Star Games, as well as the official artist for the 2007 World Series, held in Boston. In 2009, he was hired to produce Original Artist Sketch Cards for TOPPS popular Series 1 Baseball Cards. Brian completed the sketches of forty (40) current and retired legendary baseball players, including Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Jonathan Papelbon, Josh Hamilton, and Ichiro Suzuki. Also in 2009 & 2010, Brian was commissioned by the NHL to produce original artwork for the 2010 & 2011 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic where Brian's artwork was featured on the cover of the limited edition game day program.

“We have trusted Brian to capture Major League Baseball’s most memorable moments for many years and he always exceeds our expectations. His talents have been admired and sought after by Major League Baseball’s fans as well as its players.”
~ Major League Baseball

Brian's impeccable draftsmanship, attention to detail and uncanny ability to capture the look of his subjects keep his masters of art in high demand. Brian is prominently featured in numerous celebrity events and high-profile charity benefits, always promoting his altruism and passion for expressive, visual art. Brian Fox's artwork exhibits and sells throughout the United States.

Collections: The work of Brian Fox can be found in several collections that include: Caesar's Palace, Charlie Jacobs, Owner - Boston Bruins, Jackie Robinson Museum, Mark Wahlberg, and Tom Brady, N.E. Patriots

"We have carried Brian's work in our art galleries for years and have 
been very pleased with our success in selling his original art. His unique art style separates Brian's work from our other artists and enhances the options our collectors have when choosing their art."   
~ Aaron Babcock - Director of Product Development - WALT DISNEY

Brian Fox Website: http://www.brianfoxstudios.com/ 

Item Special Note

*All items may be picked up at one of the YMCA of the North Shore's locations (Cape Ann YMCA, Greater Beverly YMCA, Haverhill YMCA, Ipswich Family YMCA, Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA, Plaistow Community YMCA, Salem YMCA).  If the winning bidder is unable to pick up an item, it will be shipped via industry standard shipping method and price.  This amount will be added to the total cost.

Gift certificates will be mailed at no additional cost.