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Mid Century Painting " Mardi Gras " by Rita Wasserman

$1,600
£1,187.26
€1,383
CA$2,227.21
A$2,480.20
CHF 1,290.81
MX$30,580.58
NOK 16,439.42
SEK 15,451.46
DKK 10,318.88
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A painting titled " Mardi Gras " by female Cincinnati artist Rita Wasserman who is now 91 was known for her different styles of art , sculpture , painting and construction . This larger colorful , playful piece painted on canvas in tones of the New Orleans partying lifestyle and faces from various floats . None of her pieces were signed because she believed that art is for everyone and by signing it she would claim it for herself . During the period she exhibited in area galleries and was a member of the Art Guild and private studios also volunteering at the Cincinnati Art Museum .
  • Similar to:
    Associated Artists (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In great condition .
  • Seller Location:
    Cincinnati, OH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU925145654442

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