Ludwig Bemelmans (American, 1898-1962) Habana Tramp Steamer

Description:

Ludwig Bemelmans (American, 1898-1962)

Habana Tramp Steamer
Signed "Bemelmans" l.r., inscribed and dated "TROPICAL'/... 2 '56" l.l., titled in pencil on the reverse, identified on a label from Hammer Galleries, New York, affixed to the reverse.
Watercolor and charcoal on illustration board, 20 1/4 x 29 in. (51.5 x 73.0 cm),framed (without glass).
Condition: Soiling, toning.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

On Whatman Drawing Board.


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