WPA Style Portrait Painting of a Gentleman, American, 1930s-1940s

Description

Portrait painting of Walter Levin, oil on canvas, unframed. Signed Haughton College Bickerton in upper right corner, and having the original gallery label on the back. California Bay Area, early to mid-20th century.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Wear consistent with age and use.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Canvas

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good
Wear consistent with age and use.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

24.25 x 18.25 x 1 in

WPA Style Portrait Painting of a Gentleman, American, 1930s-1940s

Lot 0036

Estimate $1,500-$2,780

Aug 16, 2026, 7:08 PM EDT

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