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Joseph Bodner
Mid Century Ghost Town, Sepia Landscape

mid 20th Century

About the Item

Moody landscape in neutral sepia tones of a deserted western ghost town by Joseph Bodner (American, 1925-1982). Signed "Bodner" in block letters in the lower right corner. Attached to verso is a piece of backing paper that reads "This is a genuine oil painting / it may not be reproduced / without consent of the artist" and is signed "Joseph Bodner". No frame. Image size: 11"H x 14"W Joseph Bodner (American, 1925-1982) was born in Florence, New Jersey on January 16, 1925. After serving in the U.S. Army during WWII, Bodner moved to Pasadena to study at Art Center College of Design. He specialized in illustrations of the vanishing West and white stallions. his painting "The Resurrection of Jonathan," which was exhibited at the motion picture premiere of Jonathan Livingston Seagull, is probably his best-known work. As an illustrator, in 1978 he collaborated with Bruce Lee on the first volume of his Fighting Method martial arts books. He died on May 28, 1982 and was buried in Culver City, California.
  • Creator:
    Joseph Bodner (1925 - 1982, American)
  • Creation Year:
    mid 20th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 0.13 in (3.31 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Fine craquelure in some areas, consistent with age.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JT-DBH64211stDibs: LU5427103322

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