Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (1921-2013)
Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent; 1974
Country of origin; materials: American; pastel on paper
Dimensions (H, W, D): 12.25"h, 17"w; 15.75"h, 20.75"w frame
Additional Information: Work is titled "Study for Oysters, Wine & Lemons." Jack Beal has transitioned through several artistic movements during his career, beginning with Abstract Expressionism, followed by Realism (primarily still life, portraits and landscapes) and large-scale allegorical works towards the end of his career. His work is often referred to as "Optimistic New Realism." (source: Smithsonian American Art Museum, https://americanart.si.edu/) Gallery label to reverse: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York. Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.
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Condition
very good, pinholes in upper corners, minor creasing throughout, not examined outside frame (condition of art only; frame with slight fogging to glass)