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1954 Original Lithograph Karl Fortess Art Bocour Paint Colors Artist AEF4

1954 Original Lithograph Karl Fortess Art Bocour Paint Colors Artist AEF4

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This is an original 1954 lithograph by Karl Fortess for Bocour Colors. Limited Edition Original Lithograph 896/2000.

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.

Period Paper has obtained an extraordinary, ultra-rare collection of original lithographs by some of the premier graphic 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 edition, and included just 2,000. These lithographs are perhaps the most unique, rare, important advertising collectibles that exist for businesses and corporations.

CONDITION

This 57+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note the brown blemish in the center right of this lithograph.

  • Product Type: Original Lithograph; Color
  • Grade: Very Fine +++
  • Dimensions: Approximately 8.75 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 piece was illustrated by Fortess, Karl. Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Karl Fortess

Karl Fortess (1907-1993) was a Modernist and Realist painter who studied landscape and marine scenes. Fortess studied at the Art Students League of New York (where he would eventually teach), the Brooklyn Museum Art School, and at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

Keywords specific to this image: Artist Materials

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