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Honora Berg
Mid Century Bay Area Abstract Expressionist - Blue Hydrangeas by Honora Berg

1946

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Mid Century Bay Area Abstract Expressionist Blue Hydrangeas in Acrylic on Paper Vining Blue Hydrangeas by San Francisco's artist Honora Berg (American, 1897-1985), 1946. The vertical vines and the splashes of blue flowers adds movement and interest yet remains balanced and pleasing to the viewer. Signed and dated: Initials "H. B." and date "1 46" Provenance: Acquired with a collection of the artist's work. Condition: Good; minor creasing on surface Unframed; new mat provided Paper size: 20.38"H x 26.25"W Image size: 19.25"H x 25.38"W Mat size: 26"H x 32"W Honora Berg, an Abstract Expressionist and Bay Area Figurative School artist, studied at the San Francisco Art Institute with David Park, Elmer Bischoff and James Budd Dixon. Berg's friend Edith Truesdell (David Park's aunt) suggested a move to California in 1951 to study under Park. She exhibited at the 25th Annual Drawing, Print and Sculpture Exhibition at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, 1961. Provenance: We acquired this piece as part of a larger collection from the art dealer whom purchased the entirety of the Honora Berg Estate.
  • Creator:
    Honora Berg (1897 - 1985, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1946
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Good; minor creasing on surface.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D91811stDibs: LU54214246702

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