Description
Helen Wagner Malta (1912-1975) worked in New York City in the 1930s, teaching at the Harlem Art Center and working on the New York branch of the WPA graphics division. The works from her estate listed on Chairish are from a cache of disbound sketchbooks. Her work is included in the collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the National Gallery.
Unsigned, with color notes written in; gouache on paper.
Combined shipping available, please inquire. Shipping times are shorter than Chairish estimates, please ask if you need an estimated timeline.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Overall good antique condition.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Gouache
Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
Art Subjects: Patterns
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Unsigned, with color notes written in; gouache on paper.
Combined shipping available, please inquire. Shipping times are shorter than Chairish estimates, please ask if you need an estimated timeline.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Overall good antique condition.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Gouache
Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
Art Subjects: Patterns
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Overall good antique condition.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
10.25 x 9 x 0.1 in
1930s Helen Malta Floral Mid Century Painting
Estimate $50-$100
Starting Price
$25
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Oct 1, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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