Description
Morgan Padleford (American, 1902-1994). Oil on canvas painting titled "Portrait of Darwin Meisnest." Depicting Darwin Meisnest, who was the manager of the Associated Students of the University of Washington, wearing a dark suit, vest, and blue tie. Signed along the upper left. Further ink signed and titled along the verso. With a previous, partial auction label adhered along the lower stretcher bar.
Unframed; height: 33 1/4 in x width: 25 1/4 in. Framed; height: 37 3/4 in x width: 29 3/4 in x depth: 2 in.
Unframed; height: 33 1/4 in x width: 25 1/4 in. Framed; height: 37 3/4 in x width: 29 3/4 in x depth: 2 in.
Condition
The colors are bold and bright. There are no tears or losses. Light wear to the frame. Not inspected out of frame.
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Morgan Padleford "Darwin Meisnest" Oil on Canvas
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Nov 17, 2026, 11:00 AM ESTSt. Paul, MN, United States
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