Jess Saunders Mid-Century Oil Painting Portrait of Charles Foster

Description

Retro cool portrait by Jess Saunders, circa 1958.

Classic mid-century goodness in this vintage oil on canvas painting of sitter Charles Foster. The artist has a deft hand and we'd guess the likeness is pretty accurate, given the realism of the features, right down to the flattop haircut. Nice handling of the cable knit sweater texture, too.

Sight is 15.5"x 19.5", overall framed size is 19.5"x 23.5". In overall excellent condition with minor craquelure, some wear to frame. Signed and dated to reverse with sitter name in quotes.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In overall excellent condition with minor craquelure, some wear to frame.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Canvas

Winning bidders will be contacted regarding shipping after the auction closes.

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; In overall excellent condition with minor craquelure, some wear to frame.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

23.5 x 19.5 x 3 in

Jess Saunders Mid-Century Oil Painting Portrait of Charles Foster

Lot 0878

Estimate $480-$740

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