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| Above: Close Up of Image |
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| Above: Full Image in Period Frame |
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| Above: Artist's Signature |
Spear did a series called "Sea Weeds" with haunting images of art nouveau mermaids and other sea dwellers. This original pastel is a stunning and highly detailed example from this series.
The colors are vivid and her ghost-like presence is breathtaking. This original gouache is referenced in the Warren Historical Society book on Spear on page 33 lot # 147. it was completed in February of 1927 and sold in 1930 at a New York City studio show.
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| Above: Inscription on Verso of Painting |
Artwork retains original period frame which shows some wear and there is some very minor "bubbling" where paper surface has lifted from board. This wear is minor and easily repaired.
