Marcia Gygli King, paper collage in artist frame, Marcia Gygli King (American,1931-2011), "Rubrum Lily and Vase", oil on paper collage mounted to wood panel, in hand-molded and oil painted papier mache frame, no signature observed, 30"h x 23"w (collage), 47"h x 33"w (frame)

Provenance: The Collection of Litsa Tsitsera, New York; Hal Katzen Gallery, NYC

Notes/Literature: Born in North Carolina, but of Greek descent, Litsa Tsitsera was a female pioneer in electrical engineering, starting her professional career in 1960s NYC working for the global electrochemical giant Vittorio de Nora. In addition to her professional life she was an avid supporter of the visual arts, building an impressive wide-ranging collection, and becoming patron to numerous living artists, particularly those of Greek descent, including Theodors Stamos, Chryssa, Michael Lekakis, Frank Minei, Ed Meneely, and Richards Ruben.

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