Thomas Hart Benton (American, 1889-1975) Down the River

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Thomas Hart Benton (American, 1889-1975)

Down the River, 1939, edition of 250 plus proofs, published in 1940 by Associated American Artists, New York (Fath, 33; AAA/Czestochowski, 1940.005). Signed "Benton-" in pencil l.r., and within the matrix. Lithograph on Rives paper with watermark, image size 12 9/16 x 10 in. (31.8 x 25.3 cm),matted, unframed.
Condition: Full sheet with deckled edges, pale toning and foxing, old gummed paper hinges/residue to upper corners (recto).

Provenance: A Massachusetts estate.
Estimate $1,800-2,200

Sheet measures 15 7/8 x 11 3/4 inches. No additional issues to report.


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