Bidspirit auction | Lester Raymer (Kansas, 1907-1991)

Lester Raymer (Kansas, 1907-1991) - LESTER RAYMER (1907-1991) WATERCOLOR ON PAPER. Lester Raymer (Kansas, 1907-1991) Untitled (Circus Parade Wagon) 1970 The original work on paper demonstrating Raymer's penchant for traveling circus themes is signed lower right. Born in Alva, Oklahoma in 1907, Lester Raymer pursued formal training at the Art Institute of Chicago from 1930 to 1933, studying under the painter Boris Anisfeld and art historian Helen Gardner, earning his BFA. He returned to Oklahoma and later relocated to Lindsborg, Kansas, in 1945, where he married fellow artist Ramona Weddle. He later succeeded Birger Sandzen as painting instructor at Bethany College in 1946. Raymer was a prolific and multi-talented artist skilled at painting, printmaking, ceramics, woodcarving, metalwork, stitchery and mosaics. Hundreds of examples of his work in all these mediums, and much more, can be found at his original home and studio preserved as the Red Barn Studio Museum in Lindsborg, Kansas. Sight size measures 3.25 x 5.25 with a framed size of 9.5 x 11.5 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. Dimensions Sight size measures 3.25 x 5.25 with a framed size of 9.5 x 11.5 inches. Condition Obviously the condition is very good, very clean, intact, no visible stain, damage, repair, punctures or tears. This work has not been examined outside the frame.