Bidspirit auction | THOMAS HART BENTON (1889-1975) PENCIL

THOMAS HART BENTON (1889-1975) PENCIL SIGNED LITHOGRAPH - Thomas Hart Benton (Missouri, 1889-1975) Old Man Reading 1941 The lithograph published by Associated American Artists in an edition of 250 prints is signed by Benton in pencil below the image lower right and listed as Fath catalog number 44. A fine, dark impression. Benton's comments on this image in Fath read: My Kansas City art students acted as scouts to find good models for our classes. This old man was from one of the small towns near K.C. A painting was made directly from life. The litho was made from the painting. The last I heard of this painting it was in India in the collection of an American doctor who resides there. Image measures 10 x 12, sheet is 12.5 x 16.75 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Condition: Fine to very good condition, very clean, the full untrimmed sheet with deckle edges, not laid down, no damage, stain, punctures, tears or repair, excellent condition. Unframed.