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1953 Lithograph Samuel M Adler Abstract Art Pildes Optician 80 Nassau AEFA1

1953 Lithograph Samuel M Adler Abstract Art Pildes Optician 80 Nassau AEFA1

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This is an original 1953 monochrome lithograph by American artist Samuel Marcus Adler, which was intended to promote the optical practice of Pildes Company at 80 Nassau Street in New York, possibly by demonstrating the poor level of vision one could expect by not paying them a visit.

CONDITION

This 58+ year old Item is rated Near Mint. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

  • Product Type: Original Lithograph; Monochrome
  • Grade: Near Mint
  • Dimensions: Approximately 8.5 x 12 inches; 22 x 30 cm
  • Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
  • Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This is a limited edition original lithograph, #1498 out of 2,000. Only the portfolio was numbered, not the individual lithograph's within it. This is not a lithograph "after" the artist. This lithograph was created by the original artist on the lithograph plate, and is, therefore, a true original lithograph. The artists used either litho crayon, ink, or tusche when creating their art works on the plates.

Period Paper has obtained an extraordinary, ultra-rare collection of original lithographs by some of the premier artists of the 1950's. These lithographs were produced for an annual art event in the 1950's for local businesses and major corporations largely based in New York. Historically important for corporate archivists, these are extremely rare to locate and are virtually unseen individually. The original lithographs were produced in only one limited edition, and included just 2,000. These lithographs are perhaps the most unique, rare, important advertising collectibles that exist for businesses and corporations.

This piece was illustrated by Adler, Samuel. Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Samuel Marcus Adler

Samuel Marcus Adler (1898-1979) was a native of New York City, who received his art education at the National Academy of Design School. Adler was most recognized for his works in mod figure, collage and non objective imagery, however, he also specialized in abstract figurative styles and modernism. His works have been exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago, the Corcoran Gallery of Washington, D. C., the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Academy of Design, the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.

Keywords specific to this image: Artists Equity Association, Eyeglasses, Contacts, Optometry, Optometrist, Optometry, Opticians, Modern Art, Contemporary Art

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