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Robert Graham Art

American, 1938-2008
Robert Alexander Graham Born Iowa 1873 Died California 1946 Robert Alexander Graham set out to be an artist at a time when Impressionism was at the fore of American art. Born on the family farm near Brooklyn, Iowa, he schooled in Des Moines, then the Chicago Art Institute, and then the Art Students’ League in New York City, where he studied with artists like John Henry Twachtman, John Carlson, and Joseph DeCamp. At the turn of the century, Impressionism was considered a sophisticated import and “worn” by the upper classes like Parisian couture. The country boy quickly became the gentleman artist. At the Art Students’ League, Graham was awarded first-prize scholarship for best drawing in advanced life classes. He became a member of two grand art institutions, the New York Water Color Club and the Salmagundi Club. For thirteen years, he had a studio in New Jersey and Manhattan, and his work appeared in the exhibitions of distinction of the day, such as the National Academy Exhibition in New York and the Carnegie International in Pittsburgh. By the time he arrived in Denver in 1920, art movements from Europe suited more adventurous tastes in post-war New York; but Colorado afforded Graham the opportunity to remain at the top of his profession, and he soon joined others in advancing art in this cultural outpost. He taught drawing and painting at the Denver Academy of Applied Arts, which became the Cory Art School, and he also offered private instruction. A member of the Civitan Club, he was a charter member of the Denver Art Guild. Family reminiscences of a visit to Graham in the thirties read like a throwback to studio visit circa 1900, and the artist held on to the style he mastered in his youth: “So many interesting artifacts or props -- brass vases, American Indian relics, shells, a human skull, pieces of turquoise, and much more! Uncle Rob made quite a production of displaying his paintings for the four of us that night. He slowly and carefully displayed each painting to perfection -- first preparing the "perfect" lighting, then placing the "perfect" frames around each painting. Then he quietly and carefully placed the selected painting on an easel draped in black.” (Grace Lang Davidson). Already having made trips to California, during World War II he relocated to San Francisco, where he died in a nursing home in 1946.
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Robert Graham Bronze Vessel Bowl, Signed
Robert Graham Bronze Vessel Bowl, Signed

Robert Graham Bronze Vessel Bowl, Signed

By Robert Graham

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Sculptural bronze vessel or bowl has asymmetrical, biomorphic shape with highly detailed surfaces. The vessel is in good vintage condition with beautiful, age-appropriate patina. ...

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Robert GRAHAM Catalogue of exhibition of Robert Graham's sculptures 1997
Robert GRAHAM Catalogue of exhibition of Robert Graham's sculptures 1997

Robert GRAHAM Catalogue of exhibition of Robert Graham's sculptures 1997

By Robert Graham

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Catalogue of exhibition of Robert Graham's sculptures -- a retrospective overview of over 20 years of creation, at the Sala Diego Rivera , from August to November 1997. ROBERT GRAHAM...

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untitled (female nude - white background), by Robert Graham

untitled (female nude - white background), by Robert Graham

By Robert Graham

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Seated female nude in six different postures. Completed at Self Help Graphics in Los Angeles Robert Graham (1938-2008), a Los Angeles artist best known for his sculpture and large c...

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1990s Contemporary Robert Graham Art

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Robert Graham Untitled Bronze Sculpture, 2002
Robert Graham Untitled Bronze Sculpture, 2002

Robert Graham Untitled Bronze Sculpture, 2002

By Robert Graham

Located in Astoria, NY

Robert Graham (Mexican/American, 1938-2008) Untitled (Woman's Head on Pillow) Patinated Bronze Sculpture, 2002, in two parts, the base signed "R. Graham" to underside. Overall: 2" H...

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untitled (female nude - Black background), by Robert Graham

untitled (female nude - Black background), by Robert Graham

By Robert Graham

Located in Palm Springs, CA

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1990s Contemporary Robert Graham Art

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Find a wide variety of authentic Robert Graham 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 purple and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Robert Graham in archival pigment print, dye transfer print, pigment print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Robert Graham art, so small editions measuring 8 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Ryan McGinley, Popo and Ruby Lee, and Juan Maldonado. Robert Graham art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $735 and tops out at $1,500, while the average work can sell for $1,200.

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