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Julius Wasserstein
Abstract Expression in Black

1960

About the Item

Abstract Velvety Black strokes he is known for by Julius Wasserstein (American, 1924-1985). Monogram initials "JW" bottom right. Intialed "JW" lower right corner and signed "Julius Wasserstein,"dated early 1960s" on verso in pencil. This piece exhibits the beginnings of his large black velvety brush strokes. Unframed. Oil on artists paper and cardboard. Image size, 30"H x 24"W. Post War California artist, Julius Wasserstein studied at the California School of Fine Art (now San Francisco Art Institute) 1950-53 and the San Francisco State College, 1955-58. Wasserstein taught at the San Francisco Art Institute 1960-63 and was the recipient of San Francisco Art Association Nellie Sullivan Award in 1961. Public Collections: The Oakland Museum; San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Literature: Susan Landauer, The San Francisco School of Abstract Expressionism; Thomas Albright, Art in the San Francisco Bay Area, 1945-1980; Henry Hopkins, Painting and Sculpture in California: The Modern Era; San Francisco Art Association (Institute) Catalog of the Art Bank.
  • Creator:
    Julius Wasserstein (1924 - 1985, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1960
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    some normal edge wear.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: N2674*1stDibs: LU5421486883

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