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1957 Lithograph Karl Fortess Art Pictorial Offset Graphic Communication NJ AEF6

1957 Lithograph Karl Fortess Art Pictorial Offset Graphic Communication NJ AEF6

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This is an original 1957 single-sided lithograph by Karl Fortess for the Pictorial Offset Corporation, located at 636 11th Avenue in New York City. Limited Edition Original Lithograph of 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 54+ year old Item is rated Near Mint +. No aging. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

  • Product Type: Original Lithograph; Color
  • Grade: Near Mint +
  • 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 initials in print - bottom center 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: Printing Industry, Commercial Printer, 111 Amor Avenue Carlstadt New Jersey

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