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Ben Black Art

American, 1922-2003

Ben Black graduated from the Massachusetts College of Art in 1947. He was an art director at one of Boston's leading advertising firms, and later, he opened his own studio. With works that were included in the New Yorker, the Saturday Evening Post, and Reader's Digest, Black established himself as a leading American illustrator.

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Figures in Motion with Roses - Pointillist Figurative Abstract
Figures in Motion with Roses - Pointillist Figurative Abstract

Figures in Motion with Roses - Pointillist Figurative Abstract

By Ben Black

Located in Soquel, CA

Highly detailed india ink abstract pointillist drawing of figures and roses with watercolor and gouache by Ben Black (American, 1922-2003), c.1990's. Signed "Ben Black" lower right. ...

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1990s Pointillist Ben Black Art

Materials

Paper, Watercolor, India Ink, Gouache

Butterflies and Hibiscus
Butterflies and Hibiscus

Butterflies and Hibiscus

By Ben Black

Located in Soquel, CA

Beautiful drawing of double Hibiscus and Butterflies dancing around a log by Ben Black (American, 1922-2003). Signed and dated "Ben Black '95" lower right. Unframed. Image 20"H x 28"L, Mat 30"L x 22"H. Ben Black was born in Boston, he graduated from the Massachusetts College of Art 1947. He served in World War 2. He was an art director at one of Boston's leading advertising firms, later opened his own studio where his works were included in The New Yorker Magazine, Saturday Evening Post, Reader's Digest, establishing himself as a leading American Illustrator. He had many solo and group exhibitions throughout New England and his work is collected throughout the world. Originally known for his clowns, he created a limited edition series of plates for Royal Daulton as well as clown figurines...

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1990s American Realist Ben Black Art

Materials

Gouache, India Ink, Watercolor

Vintage Rose Illustration -- "Georgia On My Mind"
Vintage Rose Illustration -- "Georgia On My Mind"

Vintage Rose Illustration -- "Georgia On My Mind"

By Ben Black

Located in Soquel, CA

Vintage Rose Illustration -- "Georgia On My Mind" Beautiful and highly detailed illustration of a pink rose on a complex matrix background by Ben Black (American, 1922-2003). Titled "Georgia on My Mind" lower left. Signed "Ben Black" lower right. Unframed. Image size, 22.5"H x 18.25"W on a 25"H x 20"W Mat. The artist takes many days creating the hand drawn matrix background of circles and line. Ben Black was born in Boston, he graduated from the Massachusetts College of Art 1947. He served in World War 2. He was an art director at one of Boston's leading advertising firms, later opened his own studio where his works were included in The New Yorker Magazine, Saturday Evening Post, Reader's Digest, establishing himself as a leading American Illustrator. He had many solo and group exhibitions throughout New England and his work is collected throughout the world. Originally known for his clowns, he created a limited edition series of plates for Royal Daulton as well as clown figurines...

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1980s American Realist Ben Black Art

Materials

Gouache, India Ink, Watercolor

Vintage Aladdin and The Lamp with Dragon and Cats
Vintage Aladdin and The Lamp with Dragon and Cats

Vintage Aladdin and The Lamp with Dragon and Cats

By Ben Black

Located in Soquel, CA

A highly detailed India ink drawing with watercolor and Gouache. Each intricate circle and line is hand drawn to create a matrix within which the artist colors the scene to a fine realistic conclusion. Aladdin smiles at the Lantern that has given him his wishes, wealth and knowledge. Signed and dated "Ben Black 85" lower right. Image, 17"H x 27"L (portions of the work flow into the full mat length and width, which is: 20"H x 30"L). We have included a lower resolution image (#1) taken in subdued light to show the full range of colors we were unable to capture due to the extensive fine India ink designs throughout. Ben Black was born in Boston, he graduated from the Massachusetts College of Art 1947. He served in World War 2. He was an art director at one of Boston's leading advertising firms, later opened his own studio where his works were included in The New Yorker, Saturday Evening Post, Reader's Digest, establishing himself as a leading American Illustrator. He had many solo and group exhibitions throughout New England and his work is collected throughout the world. Originally known for his clowns, he created a limited edition series of plates for Royal Daulton as well as clown figurines...

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1980s Pointillist Ben Black Art

Materials

Gouache, India Ink, Watercolor

Color in Motion - Pointillist Abstract
Color in Motion - Pointillist Abstract

Color in Motion - Pointillist Abstract

By Ben Black

Located in Soquel, CA

Highly detailed pointillist watercolor and ink drawing featuring dynamic form and color in motion by Ben Black (American, 1922-2003). Unframed. Signed "Ben Black" lower right. Image,...

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1980s Contemporary Ben Black Art

Materials

Paper, Ink, Watercolor

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Ben Black art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Ben Black art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of pink and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Ben Black in ink, paint, watercolor and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the Post-Impressionist style. Not every interior allows for large Ben Black art, so small editions measuring 10 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of H.M. Saffer II, Edmund Quincy, and Robert Moesle. Ben Black art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $650 and tops out at $1,720, while the average work can sell for $1,200.

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