A 1985 oil and graphite on canvas painting, titled Ridiculous Composition, by Norwegian artist Beatrice Riese (1917-2004). This piece features geometric shapes within a grid-pattern in light pink, magenta, and white, resembling a map. It is displayed within a black frame and signed, dated, as well as titled on the back.

Beatrice Riese was a Norwegian artist who lived in Norway, Germany, the Republic of Ghana and eventually, Virginia. Earning her Baccalaureate for art in Paris in 1940, she developed a life-long appreciation for African Art. She went on to study at Virginia Commonwealth University and joined the the American Abstract Artists for over ten years as president. Her work is featured in galleries across the country.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some discoloration spots present. Minor wear to edges/corner of canvas. Some wear to frame. Two scratches to painting near bottom edge.

Origin:
Norway

Materials & Techniques:
Canvas, Graphite, Oil Paint

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Art Subjects: Abstract, Geometric
Country of Origin: Norway

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Some discoloration spots present. Minor wear to edges/corner of canvas. Some wear to frame. Two scratches to painting near bottom edge.