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Sheldon Iden
"Agra Pearl", Pastel on Paper

1971

About the Item

"Agra Pearl" is a delightfully subtle pastel on paper piece by Detroit artist Sheldon Iden, one that will accentuate the room that it is in. The title Agra Pearl is a reference to the Indian city, the site of the Taj Mahal, and place known for its architectural and antural beauties such as the Pearl Mosque. Sheldon Iden was born in Detroit in 1933. He was a painter and educator who recieved his BFA from Wayne State University and his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art where he studied under Zoltan Sepeshy. His preferred mediums were oils, graphics, charcoal, and pastels. Throughout his career he held positions as artist-in-residence at the Michigan Council Arts in 1969., instructor at Wayne State University from 1963-68, and assistant proferssor at Eastern Michigan University from 1968 until his death in 1993. The Sheldon Iden Art Award was formed in his memory. His exhibitions have included the PAFA in 1960; the Detroit Museum of Art in 1960; the Michigan Artists Ann in 1960-70 & 1972 & Other Ideas in 1969 at the Detroit Institute of Arts; Ball State University in 1962; the All Michigan Show and Flint Museum of Art in 1972. His awards have included the Fulbright fellowship to India in 1962; the Museum Purchase Award in 1970 & the Gertrude Kasle Award for Painting in 1971.
  • Creator:
    Sheldon Iden
  • Creation Year:
    1971
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Detroit, MI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU128616823662

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