Description
This mural is made of Gesso tiles in a wood frame. Painter, born in Wisconsin August 22, 1910. By 1930, Hillger settled in Los Angeles. He received his Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Los Angeles art department, and his master's degree in fine arts from University of Southern California. He furthered his education at the Art Center School, Chouinard Art School and a summer of study and painting in Europe. His Los Angeles studio located on Willetta in Hollywood was used for painting custom designed murals, gesso tiles, lacquer technique paintings and high-relief construction painting in a modernist style.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Gesso, Lacquer, Wood
Details:
Art Subjects: Abstract
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Gesso, Lacquer, Wood
Details:
Art Subjects: Abstract
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
49 x 22.63 x 1.63 in
Tile Mural by Melvin G. Hillger
Estimate $2,000-$3,750
Starting Bid
$1,000
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October Art, Prints & Sculpture Edit
Oct 8, 2026, 1:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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