STANLEY ROBERT BOXER (American 1926-2000) A COLLAGE, "Summer Cocoa," NEW YORK, JUNE 1970, oil and material on linen, with an old paper gallery label and library stamp on the reverse; 70 1/2" x 71", framed 71 1/2" x 72". Provenance: Property of University of St. Thomas, Houston, Texas; Tibor de Nagy Gallery, Inc., New York, New York, June 1970; The University of St. Thomas, Houston, Texas. Your purchase from the University of Saint Thomas Collection will benefit students! Our bright, young minds are busy achieving new heights to become this community’s future. Their world-class education will become even more distinctive with your participation. The record setting number of students choosing UST testifies to the impact we can all have to make our world a better place. These students learn the latest and the classics, but most of all they are formed to think, feel, and act in touch with our great human family. UST is a cornerstone of the Houston community. Founded in 1947 by the Basilian Fathers, the University of Saint Thomas is known for its long tradition of high academic excellence, and is an internationally respected, co-educational, comprehensive university successfully preparing students for lives that flourish and professions that serve – throughout Houston and across the globe.  Since its founding, UST has continued to strengthen its academic offerings, including the Donald S. Nesti, CSSp Center for Faith and Culture, the St. Pope John Paul II Institute, and the William J. Flynn Center for Irish Studies, while broadening its scope to offer degrees in STEM fields such as engineering and computer sciences. UST is addressing the global nursing shortage with its Carol and Odis Peavy School of Nursing and is a Texas Medical Center partner institution. UST reflects the cultural richness of greater Houston and welcomes a student body reflective of its community, nurturing their growth, and fostering excellence. With nearly 80% of UST graduates remaining in the Houston area to build their lives and our community, this auction presents a unique opportunity to add to your own collection while simultaneously investing in Houston's future.

Stains, soil, and toning ranging from dark brown to translucent orangish colors throughout, canvas lined - some bubbling, old framing. Apparent age and damages, some possible good, old repairs, slight lifting of pasted down material near foreground.