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Creator: John B. Lear
"Confrontation", Mid Century Drawing w/ Half Nude Male in Surreal Setting, 1984
"Confrontation", Mid Century Drawing w/ Half Nude Male in Surreal Setting, 1984

"Confrontation", Mid Century Drawing w/ Half Nude Male in Surreal Setting, 1984

By John B. Lear

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Although John Lear entitled this drawing "Confrontation," the half-nude male figure and the falcon on the other end of his bright red leash are contemplating each other with placidit...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John B. Lear Drawings

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"Semi-Nude Man with Beech Tree, " Pencil Drawing by John Lear
"Semi-Nude Man with Beech Tree, " Pencil Drawing by John Lear

"Semi-Nude Man with Beech Tree, " Pencil Drawing by John Lear

By John B. Lear

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Much like Salvador Dali, who continued to create his mysterious and puzzling landscapes long after Surrealism had lost its popularity, John Lear drew and painted in the same manner f...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John B. Lear Drawings

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"Two Male Nudes, " Early and Unusual Midcentury Drawing by John Lear
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"The Helmet, " Early and Striking Drawing with Male Nude by John Lear
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John B. Lear drawings for sale on 1stDibs.

John B. Lear drawings are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of John B. Lear drawings, although white editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original drawings by John B. Lear were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider drawings by Salvatore Grippi, and Peter Max. Prices for John B. Lear drawings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,500 and can go as high as $3,250, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,375.