Palm Beach Modern Auctions
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Modern Art, Decorative Arts & Sculptures

Sat, Nov 1, 2014 12:00PM EDT - Sun, Nov 2, 2014 11:00AM EST
Lot 6

Robert Helmer Watercolor, Original Work

Estimate: $400 - $600

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

Watercolor by Robert Helmer (1922 - 1990). 'He (Robert Helmer) was a leader of the contemporary art movement in New Orleans in the 1950's and 60's and was one of the founders of the Orleans Gallery, co-founder of the Circle Dunbar gallery and owner of the Oak Street gallery, all in New Orleans. His first solo show was in 1950. Artist friends of his were George Dunbar, Ricky Alvarez, Lynn Emery, Jean Seidenberg and the photographer, Jack Robinson.' {source: askart} (Key Word Search: Equestrian, Botero, Polo,Thoroughbred, Expressionism)

Condition

very good, minor scuffs to surface