Stevan Dohanos drew a remarkable 123 covers for the Saturday Evening Post.
Living in Westport, he drew inspiration from many local scenes.
And he used many Westport residents as models.
Millions of Americans enjoyed this Saturday Evening Post cover on July 20, 1946 — almost 79 years ago, to the day. It was almost certainly inspired by — and drawn in — Westport:
Though a few of the boys wear uniforms, they are not Westport Little Leaguers. The organization did not begin here until 1954.
Do you recognize the house? It looks like it could be on Riverside Avenue, Imperial Avenue, Compo Road South — or many other places in town.
And — a longer stretch — does anyone know any of the kids?
If you’ve got any insights into the back story of this work called “Star Pitcher,” click “Comments” below.
Play ball!
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