Raphael Soyer (American, 1899-1987), Bowery Nocturne
Raphael Soyer (American, 1899-1987), Bowery Nocturne
lithograph, 1933, pencil signed and titled lower margin, edition of 25, on Rives paper (with watermark), unframed. Cole 28.
Image size 12 3/4 x 17 7/8 in.; Sheet size 15 1/2 x 21 1/2 in.
Soyer considered this now scarce print among his two most important lithographs, the other being The Mission. Both were preparatory prints for paintings, and he focuses here on creating a personality for each figure in the scene.
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition Report: Very good condition; margins with few minor scuffs, light toning, and slight sheet waviness; piece of hinging tape upper left edge.
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Raphael Soyer (American, 1899-1987), Bowery Nocturne
lithograph, 1933, pencil signed and titled lower margin, edition of 25, on Rives paper (with watermark), unframed. Cole 28.
Image size 12 3/4 x 17 7/8 in.; Sheet size 15 1/2 x 21 1/2 in.
Soyer considered this now scarce print among his two most important lithographs, the other being The Mission. Both were preparatory prints for paintings, and he focuses here on creating a personality for each figure in the scene.
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition Report: Very good condition; margins with few minor scuffs, light toning, and slight sheet waviness; piece of hinging tape upper left edge.
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