Gary Lee Shaffer Abstract Expressionist Figure Drawing in Gouache, 1973

Description

This 1973 gouache on paper abstracted figure in gouache with black and red is by New York/San Francisco Abstract Expressionist artist Gary Lee Shaffer (1936-2001). Shaffer trained with Hans Hofmann in the late 1950s and became an influential member of the Printmakers Workshop in Manhattan. His works are in the permanent collection of the Art Institute of Chicago and the Detroit Institute of Arts.
Painted in the Greek Islands.
Signed and dated lower right.
The piece will be shipped in a mat to fit a standard sized frame.

Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Vintage wear, rippling of the paper.

Creator:
Artist: Gary Lee Shaffer

Materials & Techniques:
Gouache, Paper

Details:
Art Subjects: Abstract
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Unframed

Condition

Unknown; Some Imperfections; Good
Vintage wear, rippling of the paper.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

8 x 12.5 x 0.07 in

Gary Lee Shaffer Abstract Expressionist Figure Drawing in Gouache, 1973

Lot 0153

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