Jim Butcher (American, B. 1944) "Winter Mischief" Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Signed lower right. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Combination Cover for the U.S. Seasons Greetings block of four issued October 23, 1982. While enjoying a sleigh ride through deep, icy snow fields, who could help but think of the heartwarming words to one of the most famous Christmas song of all, Dashing through the snow, in a one-horse open sleigh, O'er the fields we go, laughing all the way! Bells on Bob-tail ring, making spirits bright. What fun it is to ride and sing a sleighing song tonight! Jingle bells, jingle bells! Jingle all the way! Oh what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh! Yes, a sleigh ride is a joyful and heartwarming experience. However, when a sleigh ride isn't available, it can be just as much fun, as depicted in this artwork, and wait for the passing sleigh of an unsuspecting neighbor ... and ambush it with big, slushy snowballs. Image Size: 16.5 x 14 in. Overall Size: 24.5 x 22 in. Unframed. (B07722)