This sweatshirt design is a parody of a famous piece by American artist Norman Rockwell titled “Triple Self-Portrait.”

In Rockwell’s original artwork, he depicts himself seated in front of a mirror, painting his own portrait. The setup is quite clever: Rockwell’s back faces the viewer, his real face is seen in the mirror’s reflection, and on the canvas, he paints an idealized version of himself. This triple view of the artist — his back, his reflection, and his painted likeness — is a humorous and insightful take on self-perception and self-expression.

In the sweatshirt’s design, the composition is recreated with Goofy, the Disney character, taking Rockwell’s place. Here, Goofy is looking at his reflection while painting a different expression of himself on the canvas. This blend of Disney characters with Rockwell’s humor gives it a unique pop culture twist, capturing the essence of Rockwell’s idea but with a playful, character-driven approach.

The “Character Fashions” tag, combined with its “Made in USA” origin, indicates that this sweatshirt is likely a vintage piece. Parody designs like this were particularly popular in the 1980s and 1990s, often celebrating pop culture icons while adding a layer of humor and homage to classic artworks.