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Artist: John Groth
original lithograph

original lithograph

By John Groth

Located in Henderson, NV

Medium: original lithograph. This lithograph was printed in 1957 for the "Improvisations" portfolio, published by the Artists Equity Association of New York on the occasion of the 19...

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1950s John Groth Art

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Lithograph

Large Watercolor Painting John Groth, Men Wrestling, Esquire Magazine WPA Artist
Large Watercolor Painting John Groth, Men Wrestling, Esquire Magazine WPA Artist

Large Watercolor Painting John Groth, Men Wrestling, Esquire Magazine WPA Artist

By John Groth

Located in Surfside, FL

John August Groth (American, 1908-1988) "Wrestling Match," Watercolor painting, hand signed upper right and inscribed upper left, "Las Palmas Canary Islands Lucha Canary Wrestling...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern John Groth Art

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Paper, Watercolor

original lithograph

original lithograph

By John Groth

Located in Henderson, NV

Medium: original lithograph. This lithograph was printed in 1956 for the "Improvisations" portfolio, published by the Artists Equity Association of New York on the occasion of the 19...

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1950s John Groth Art

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Find a wide variety of authentic John Groth art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by John Groth in lithograph, paint, canvas and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the modern style. Not every interior allows for large John Groth art, so small editions measuring 9 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Alfred Wands, Ruth Gikow, and Frank Weston Benson. John Groth art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $100 and tops out at $4,500, while the average work can sell for $1,925.