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Pearl Took Art

American, 1928-2012

Pearl Took studied at the Skipton Art School (1943-7) and, subsequently, at Sir John Cass College (1947-9). After immigrating to Pasadena, California in 1957 with her family, Took commenced her active career in painting, becoming a teacher at Pasadena City College and Glendale College. She also continued to further her studies in numerous centers including the California State College, the Art Center of Design and the Otis Art Institute of Parsons School of Design. Took exhibited successfully, both solo and with groups, in Los Angeles County throughout her teaching career in addition to working as a freelance illustrator for the Pasadena Star News.

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Artist: Pearl Took
'Abstract in Coral and Turquoise', Woman Artist, Pasadena
'Abstract in Coral and Turquoise', Woman Artist, Pasadena

'Abstract in Coral and Turquoise', Woman Artist, Pasadena

By Pearl Took

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Oil abstract comprising interconnected organic shapes in variegated shades of turquoise, vermilion, coral, and lime, outlined in deep ebony. Signed with monogram lower right, 'P.T.'...

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'Sheila Antoine with Afro', Sir John Cass, Otis Art Institute, California
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'Sheila Antoine with Afro', Sir John Cass, Otis Art Institute, California

By Pearl Took

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Signed lower left with monogram, 'P.T.' for Pearl Took (American, 1928-2012); additionally signed verso, dated 1977 and titled 'Sheila Antoine'. Born in England, Pearl Took first st...

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1970s Pearl Took Art

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'Jade', Sir John Cass, Otis Art Institute, California
'Jade', Sir John Cass, Otis Art Institute, California

'Jade', Sir John Cass, Otis Art Institute, California

By Pearl Took

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Monogrammed center left, 'PT' for Pearl Took (American, 1928-2012); additionally signed, dated 1977 and titled verso 'Portrait of Jade' with artist card. Born in England, Pearl Took...

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1970s Pearl Took Art

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Oil, Board

'Portrait of Gene Harrison', Pasadena, Parsons School of Design
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By Pearl Took

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

A substantial and psychologically penetrating study of the American musician. Signed lower right with monogram; titled and dated, verso, 1977. Born in England, Pearl Took first stu...

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1970s Pearl Took Art

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Canvas, Oil

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Find a wide variety of authentic Pearl Took art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Pearl Took in oil paint, 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 Pearl Took art, so small editions measuring 20 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Irving Amen, Enid Smiley, and Oris Robertson. Pearl Took art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $925 and tops out at $4,800, while the average work can sell for $1,275.

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