
Framed print titled 'Bedtime' by Margaret Keane
History
Margaret Keane became famous in the 1960s for her distinctive 'big eyes' paintings featuring children and women with oversized, soulful eyes. Her work became a cultural phenomenon, reproduced on prints, plates, and various collectibles throughout the 1970s and beyond. The 'Bedtime' image was released as a limited edition collector's plate in 1978 by Dave Grossman Designs, becoming one of the most recognizable pieces in the big eyes art movement. Margaret Keane collectibles appeal to vintage art enthusiasts, pop culture collectors, and those who appreciate mid-century kitsch aesthetics. The big eyes art movement has experienced renewed interest following the 2014 biographical film 'Big Eyes' directed by Tim Burton, which brought Keane's story and artistic legacy to a new generation. Collectors value these pieces for their nostalgic charm, distinctive artistic style, and connection to an important chapter in American popular art history.
Origin
United States
Maker
Margaret Keane
Time period
circa 1978