MERTON D. SIMPSON (1928-2013) Abstract in Red, Blue, and Black 23 x 18 1/2 in. (58.4 x 46.9 cm.)

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MERTON D. SIMPSON (1928-2013) Abstract in Red, Blue, and Black signed 'M.D. Simpson' (lower right) and inscribed with artist's name (on the reverse of paper) mixed media on paper 23 x 18 1/2 in. (58.4 x 46.9 cm.) Footnotes: Provenance Sale, Weiss Auctions, Lynbrook, New York, January 24, 2019, lot 1103. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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MERTON D. SIMPSON (1928-2013) Abstract in Red, Blue, and Black 23 x 18 1/2 in. (58.4 x 46.9 cm.)

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