Large "Soft" painting by internationally renowned artist Calman Shemi (1939-) entitled "An Imaginary Beast". Shemi's work is well exhibited internationally and can be found in public and private collections; the Spertus Museum, the Fashion Institute of Technology and Citicorp Corporate Office. In 1977, Shemi's work became an international symbol of peace when Israel's President Katzir presented a Shemi painting to the late 0President Anwar Sadat of Egypt; 20th Century . Measures - 48.74" high x 76.25" wide.