Janes Drummond Herbert (1896-1970). "Tanagra Figure". Oil on canvas. Unsigned. Estate stamp verso. Unframed. For an American artist of his generation, a mark of distinction was Paris study in the famous academic atliers of the French Masters. So it was for Herbert from 1924 – 1925, when he studied and mastered his skills in Paris. This still life painting, "Tanagra Figure", is testimony with its intricate red patterned tapestry laying across an antique chair juxtaposed against a figurative sculpture. Paris study prepared the artist for his painting and teaching career in the arts in NYC and RISD. James Drummond Herbert was a highly educated and privileged artist born in New York City, who lived in Manhattan and studied at Columbia University during his youth. He attended the Art Students League of New York from 1920-1923, and again from 1926-1929. He became a member of the Society of Illustrators and went on to do commercial work for advertisers and fashion magazine. He later relocated in 1947 to Providence, RI to teach at the Rhode Island School of Design and become a member of the Providence Art Club and Newport Art Association. Even after his re-location his mark on the NY art scene was significant enough that his obituary was printed in the New York Times.

Good

24 x 20 in

3 lb