Bidspirit auction | Thomas Hart Benton (1889-1975)

Thomas Hart Benton (1889-1975) - THOMAS HART BENTON (1889-1975) PENCIL SIGNED LITHOGRAPH. Thomas Hart Benton (1889-1975) County Politics 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 89. Benton comments on this image in Fath as follows: 'County Politics' shows what we used to call 'The Court House gang' arguying[sic] out its allegencies, favors, rewards and punishments. Every rural Court House had one and probably still does. Those who run for public office, however high, must take these gangs into account. They know where the votes are and how to round them up. Image measures 14 x 16.75, sheet is 18.5 x 22, and frame is 21 x 23.5 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 Image measures 14 x 16.75, sheet is 18.5 x 22, and frame is 21 x 23.5 inches. Condition Good to very good condition, the full untrimmed sheet with deckle edges, not laid down, no damage, stain, punctures, tears or repair. The sheet is toned and there is an outline from the mat surrounding the image. None of this is visible when framed, this lithograph presents very well. Provenance The living estate of a Kansas City collector.