George Luks, Horse-Drawn Carriage with Figure
George Luks (American, 1867-1933)
Drawing on paper depicting a man in a wide-brimmed hat operating a horse-drawn carriage, executed with rapid, gestural strokes and a focus on everyday life. Signed lower right. Framed.
George Luks was a prominent American realist painter and a key member of the Ashcan School. He is best known for his empathetic yet unsentimental portrayals of New York City's immigrant and working-class populations. His background as a newspaper illustrator influenced his energetic, spontaneous technique and commitment to depicting social reality.
DIMENSIONS
Unframed: 11 1/8 x 16 1/4 inches
Framed: 15 5/8 x 21 1/4 inches
PROVENANCE
Private collection.
Condition
Good condition consistent with age
Estimate
Reserve
Time, Location
Auction House
George Luks (American, 1867-1933)
Drawing on paper depicting a man in a wide-brimmed hat operating a horse-drawn carriage, executed with rapid, gestural strokes and a focus on everyday life. Signed lower right. Framed.
George Luks was a prominent American realist painter and a key member of the Ashcan School. He is best known for his empathetic yet unsentimental portrayals of New York City's immigrant and working-class populations. His background as a newspaper illustrator influenced his energetic, spontaneous technique and commitment to depicting social reality.
DIMENSIONS
Unframed: 11 1/8 x 16 1/4 inches
Framed: 15 5/8 x 21 1/4 inches
PROVENANCE
Private collection.
Condition
Good condition consistent with age
Estimate
Reserve
Time, Location
Auction House
