Ralph William Williams (American, 1908-1976) Chris Noel, Breck advertisement, circa 1960 Pastel on board 11-1/2 x 8 inches (29.2 x 20.3 cm) (image) Not signed The Breck Girl stands as one of the signature advertising creations of the 20th century—an ever-evolving ideal of beauty and purity. First created by Charles Sheldon in 1936, the campaign was immortalized by Ralph William Williams, his successor. Original Breck Girl artworks rarely surface, and these three never-before-offered examples are spectacular reminders of the Breck Girl magic and the brand's uncanny talent for discovering future stars. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice