Fruit Demonstration is an original oil by Robert Brackman (1898-1980) depicting a table scene with a pitcher, vegetables and other items. This piece is in great condition and is signed by Brackman on the front as well as inscribed and titled by Brackman on the verso of the canvas that reads - Demonstration Robert Brackman Noank, Conn. Additionally, there is a plaque on the front bottom center that reads “Robert Brackman (1898-1980). long time teacher at the Arts Student League in New York (and a life member), it is possible this was a demonstration for one of his classes. Dimensions: Canvas from front under lining is 23 ½ ” (w) by 19 ½ ” (h) “Frame: 30 ½ ” (w) by 26 ½ ” (h). Brackman was well known for his paintings of figurines and still life. He exhibited his work seven times at Macbeth Gallery in New York City over ten year period as a one artist exhibitor. Originally from Russia, Brackman moved to the USA in 1908 where he studied along with George Bellows and Robert Henri. In 1940, Robert was commissioned by State Dpt. and Air Force for doing portraits of various people and was so popular, he had to start choosing whom he would paint. Brackman art has sold for over $40,000 at auction. 1% of hammer price for all items sold at Masters of Art Volume II Art Series Auction will be donated to the Humane Society.

Great condition both oil on canvas and frame. Some craquelure as comes with older paintings. Items is signed on front and inscribed and title on verso of canvas by Brackman.