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Wood sculpture by California artist Pierre Peter Ganine (b.1900-d.1974), titled Portrait of Marguerite Churchill and having original paper label on the bottom. American, mid-20th century.
Born in Tiflis, Russia on Oct. 11, 1900. Ganine began his art studies in Russia. After five years in the Belgian Congo, he immigrated to the U.S. and studied at the CGA. He settled in Los Angeles in 1932 and was active there until his death on Aug. 11, 1974.
Born in Tiflis, Russia on Oct. 11, 1900. Ganine began his art studies in Russia. After five years in the Belgian Congo, he immigrated to the U.S. and studied at the CGA. He settled in Los Angeles in 1932 and was active there until his death on Aug. 11, 1974.
Details
Of the Period
Place of Origin
Date of Manufacture
Mid-20th Century
Period
Condition
Excellent
Wear
Wear consistent with age and use
Dimensions
16 in. H
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5.5 in. W
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4 in. D
41 cm H
x
14 cm W
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10 cm D
Dealer Location
San Francisco, CA
Number of Items
1
Reference Number
LU81287945723
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