Mid Century "Red at Top" Gouache and Oil Pastel Abstract Bay Area Female Artist

Description

Gloria Dudfield
Red at Top Abstract
1960s
Oil Pastel and Gouache on Paper
36"x32" unframed

Gloria (Fischer) Dudfield
July 12, 1922 - May 27, 2015
Came from a portfolio of her work in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Gloria had a Master of Arts degree from the Art Institute of San Francisco. She also earned a California teaching credential for adult education in 1977. She worked mainly in oils and ceramics. She exhibited with many of the most notable painters of the Bay Area Figurative Movement, Elmer Bischoff, David Park, Frank Lobdell, James Weeks, etc.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent Condition - Minor wear consistent with age and history.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Gouache, Oil Pastel, Paper

Details:
Art Subjects: Abstract, Graffiti, Patterns
Country of Origin: United States
Frame Type: Unframed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent Condition - Minor wear consistent with age and history.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

36 x 32 x 0.5 in

Mid Century "Red at Top" Gouache and Oil Pastel Abstract Bay Area Female Artist

Lot 0759

Estimate $1,200-$2,100

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