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Henry Ernst Schnakenberg
Henry Ernst Schnakenberg, (Still Life with Scull)

1953

About the Item

Henry Schnakenberg is mostly known for New York City scenes. This is clearly a departure. It is signed at the lower left and dated '4-53' on the reverse.
  • Creator:
    Henry Ernst Schnakenberg (1892 - 1970, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1953
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Really very good condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1410211910672
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