Vintage Surrealist Signed Lithograph by Karl Fortess

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Original vintage pencil signed lithographs from listed Woodstock artist Karl Fortess.

Fortess (1907-1993), WPA surrealist landscape artist, has works in many museums, including MOMA, Whitney, Metropolitan Museum, and the Woodstock Art Association.

This work, titled "Home Sweet Home" measures 9 1/2" x 14" in image area.

Matted and framed under glass, measurements are 16 1/2" x 21".

Small edition of 20; this is #3.

Has a little color in it in the light grey background.

Original gallery label on the back.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Not laid down, tiny mark on the mat, slight overall toning around the edges, consistent with age. Overall good original condition.

Materials & Techniques:
Paper

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Not laid down, tiny mark on the mat, slight overall toning around the edges, consistent with age. Overall good original condition.

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Dimensions

16 x 21 x 2 in

Vintage Surrealist Signed Lithograph by Karl Fortess

Lot 0565

Estimate $220-$380

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