Howard Chandler Christy (1872 - 1952) American. Pastel on Cardboard. Measure 19"in H x 15 1/2"in W and 25 1/4"in H x 21 1/2"in W with frame. Known for: Pin-up girl illustration, figure-female and genre painting. Howard Chandler Christy (1872-1952) is considered one of the most distinguished American illustrators. Christy painted Amelia Earhart, President Calvin Coolidge, Hubert Hoover, General Douglas MacAuthur, to name a few.Howard was active and lived in New York and was also well known for his exotic female portraits during the height of his career.