Thomas Hart Benton (American, 1889-1975) The Race

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Thomas Hart Benton (American, 1889-1975)

The Race, alternatively titled Homeward Bound, 1942, edition of 250, published by Associated American Artists (Fath, 56). Signed "Benton" in pencil l.r. and in the matrix, identified on a label from AAA on the backing. Lithograph on paper, image size 8 7/8 x 13 1/4 in. (22.5 x 33.5 cm),framed.
Condition: Unobtrusive toning and mat burn, not examined out of frame.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

Out of the frame the sheet measures approximately 11 1/8 x 15 inches with margins of approximately 1 inch. The work is tape all arounds its edge to its facing mat, with brown paper tape. There is staining to the reverse from corregated cardboard, as well as other even toning.

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