Description
This 1953 abstracted lithograph figure on paper is by Chicago painter and printmaker Michael L. Mason (1896-1963). Mason received his PhD in Anatomy from Northwestern University School of Medicine in 1924 and became an accomplished hand surgeon, pioneering the field of tendon recovery. He painted throughout his life and his printmaking was represented in each International Biennial Color Lithographic Exhibit from 1950-1956. Mason was related to painter Barbara Lewis and this collection of minimal watercolor abstracts, painted in the last year of his life, was acquired through her family's estate.
Signed, dated and editioned at the bottom. Excellent vintage condition.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Minor vintage wear.
Materials & Techniques:
Lithograph, Paper
Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Abstract, Figure
Country of Origin: Unknown
Signed, dated and editioned at the bottom. Excellent vintage condition.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Minor vintage wear.
Materials & Techniques:
Lithograph, Paper
Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Abstract, Figure
Country of Origin: Unknown
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Minor vintage wear.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
21 x 14 x 0.05 in
Warm Toned Modernist Figure & Sky Abstract 1953 Lithograph
Estimate $220-$520
Starting Bid
$110
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November Antiques & Global Design Edit
Nov 3, 2026, 4:00 PM ESTNew York, NY, United States
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