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Joseph Goss Cowell American 1886 - 1968, the Boxer Oil on Canvas Painting

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Joseph Goss Cowell American 1886 - 1968, the boxer oil on canvas painting signed "J. G. Cowell" lower left. Image: 30.5" H x 39.5" W; frame: 36.25" H x 45.25" W x 2" D. in good condition ready to hang. A mural painter, sculptor, designer of stained glass windows and art educator, Joseph Goss Cowell was born on December 4, 1886 in Peoria, Illinois, where his father worked as an interior decorator. He grew up in Peoria and attended Bradley College from 1908 to 1909, the University of Illinois from 1907-1908, the Art Students League of New York from 1908-1909, the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston from 1909-1912, the County Council School of Arts and Crafts in London from 1914-1915 and the Academie Julien in Paris in 1920. After serving in World War I, he lived in Paris, France among artists, writers and musicians. There he painted several gruesome war scenes to release his emotions about the war. Due to the item's age do not expect items to be in perfect condition and I may not describe every little scratch or spot. Please inquire if you have any doubts. I will be more than willing to give you additional information. Please inspect all images for more detailed information and condition of items, pictures are part of my description. I will provide additional photographs if needed.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 45.25 in (114.94 cm)Width: 36.25 in (92.08 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1886 - 1968
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7386231380052
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