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Original Watercolor Artist Proof by Shan Merry Titled "Nevada"

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This artwork titled "Nevada" is an original artist proof by noted French artist Shan Merry, born 1935. It is hand signed in pencil by the artist and marked AP under the signature. It is beautifully framed in a custom gold frame, with fabric matting and gold color bevel. it is in excellent condition. Measures: 24 1/2" Wide x 28 5/8" High x 1" Deep Shan Merry began her artistic studies in 1957 at the Ecole Nationale Superieure des Arts et Metier, in France. By 1972 she was working as a professional fine artist and began exhibiting regularly in prominent art galleries. By the 1990’s her works were included in prestigious international collections and exhibitions in Belgium, Germany, Japan and the United States. Shan Merry was also a designer for Hermes, published numerous books and catalogs, created illustrations for various periodicals and continues to create watercolors and limited edition graphic works. Among her important distinctions are: New York Watercolor Prize (1974); Italian Academy “Gold Medal” Signature Prize (1979); Versailles Watercolor Award (1997); Winner of the “Pont Royal Award” (1999); “Prix d’Aquarelle (Watercolor Prize),” and exhibit at the Painters of the Army for the Bi-Centennial of Saint-Cyr at the Hotel National des Invalides (2001). She has been awarded a Chevalier of Arts-Sciences and Letters; a Chevalier of Cultural and Artistic Merit; is a member of the Italian Academy.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.63 in (72.73 cm)Width: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4082134886722

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