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Portrait Painting by California Artist John Bond Francisco, Early 20th Century

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Framed oil on canvas of a South or Central American native. Painted by John Bond Francisco (b.1863-d.1931) an American California artist. John Bond Francisco was born in Cincinnati, OH on Dec. 14, 1863. From an early age Francisco was drawn to both music and art. He studied the violin with Hermann Eckhardt and painting at the Cincinnati Art Academy for several years. He arrived in Los Angeles in 1887 and was so taken with the beauty of the place, he opted to make it his home. He soon continued his studies in Berlin, Munich, and in Paris at Académies Julian and Colarossi under Courtois, Bouguereau, and Robert-Fleury. While in Europe he studied the violin in the morning hours and painting in the afternoon.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Width: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU812814006022

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