1980s Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Roberta Allen German Lesson, 1981 Two separate mixed media works framed together: watercolor, gouache, ink, wash, laid paper collage (each signed by hand) Signed twice: each of the s...

"RADIANT BABY" DRAWING on the catalogue endpaper executed the evening of the Los Angeles gallery exhibition of ten paintings on canvas, thirty bl...

Mernet Larsen Untitled, 1988 Signed and dated lower right Oil and collage on paper Image 17 3/4 x 18 3/4 inches Sheet 19 x 24 inches For more than sixty years, Mernet Larsen has been making paintings that tell stories, showing sharp-edged, mysterious characters in a strange world full of tension and clever humor. She uses different ways to show space that sometimes don't match up. By mixing different perspectives, like reversed and traditional views, she turns everyday situations into a dizzying version of reality that feels familiar yet strange. Her influences come from many places, including geometric shapes from Russian Constructivism, Japanese Bunraku...

Givenchy fashion illustration replete w/ two fabric swatches attached c1980s Image Sz: 11 3/8"H x 8"W Frame Sz: 16"H x 12 1/2"W

Pencil drawing realized by Sigfrido Oliva in 1980s. Hand signed. Includes a contemporary wooden frame cm. 52.5x42.5. 

Pencil drawing realized by Sigfrido Oliva in 1980s. Hand signed. Includes a contemporary wooden frame cm. 44x54.

Pencil drawing realized by Sigfrido Oliva in 1980s. Hand signed. Includes a contemporary wooden frame cm. 42.5x52.5.

Original oil pastel twilight scene on Canson Mi-Teintes pastel paper of a tree lined country lane. Beautiful use of light and shadows. American School, post impressionist style. Init...

Signed lower left, 'Hourian Hamid' (Iranian-American, 20th century) and dated 1985. A large, flowing abstract by the brother of the artist, Mohammed Hourian.

Colorful watercolor and pen and ink painting of a flock of birds sweeping over multichromatic fields by French artist Rémy, circa 1980. Signed lower right. Original artwork on pap...

Watercolor on paper mounted on a wooden panel. Hand signed. Includes a contemporary wooden frame cm.54x46.5. Very good condition.

Pencil and watercolor drawing realized by Sigfrido Oliva. Hand signed and dated. Includes a contemporary wooden frame cm. 52.5x42.5.

Pencil drawing realized by Sigfrido Oliva in 1980s Hand signed. Includes a contemporary wooden frame cm. 52.5x42.

Pencil and watercolor drawing realized by Sigfrido Oliva in 1980s. Hand signed and dated. Includes a contemporary wooden frame cm. 52.5x42.5.

Work on paper to frame

Tree of Life is an original drawing in pencil realized in 1982 by Herta Hausmann. Hand-signed in pencil on the lower left, with blue stamp of "Atelier Herta Housmann" on the rear of...

Hand signed frame measures 39 X 51 sheet measures 29 X 41 This will be shipped unframed If you would like the frame please contact me. Apple or fruit shape abstract color field pai...

Akinesia paper/etching, 14x18 cm, 1989

Erotic Scene is a charcoal Drawing realized by Mino Maccari (1924-1989) in 1980s. Hand-signed on the lower margin. Good condition on a cream colored cardboard. Mino Maccari (Siena...

Lyman Kipp Untitled Minimalist painting on paper, 1981 Oil paint on paper Signed and dated 1981 on the front Floated and framed in the original vintage frame under UV plexiglass Meas...

Exhibit IV, paper/etching, 77/99, 5.5x5 cm, 1989

Original drawing for a late 1980's T-shirt design for Voodoo Rider by Gary Ermoloff (American, b. 1949). Dated, titled, and signed along the bottom edge ...

Biagio Civale, Italian/American (1936 - ) - Musicians, Medium: Acrylic on Paper, signed l.r., Size: 18 x 22 in. (45.72 x 55.88 cm)

JAMES NARES Artaud's Arms (Exhibited at Brooklyn Museum), 1988 Color Monotype on Gampi Torinoko Paper 36 × 27 inches Signed James Nares and dated '88 l...

Wolf Kahn Bay with Boats, 1987 Color monotype on Somerset white wove paper Hand signed and dated by Wolf Kahn on the lower right front, bears labels on the back Frame Included: matte...

An attractive mid-century coastal scene showing a sailing boat resting in a calm berth on turquoise waters. Signed lower left "Jae Carmichael" (American, 1925-2005) and dated 1987. ...

Signed lower right, 'Vanessa Stafford' (American, born 1954) and dated 1982. Vanessa Stafford received her Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design from San Jose State University. She ...

Smilby depicts a night scene with a couple engaging in lewd sexual acts in their car. Although situated in a wooded area, it is still in public view. They are surprised by a highly ...

Audrey Flack The Nodes of Alvor Portugal, 1982 Watercolor on paper (bears original Louis Meisel Gallery label on the back) Pencil signed and titled by the...

Transfixing and vivid watercolor of abstract striated colors, rolling together like leaves in the wind or waves of sand dunes. Signed lower right by Kejima, 1980. Original artwork o...

French watercolor of a vibrantly hued tabletop, featuring bottles and fruit, by artist Madeleine Scali (1911-2000), 1980. Dated lower left. Original artwork on paper displayed on...

Abstract cityscape watercolor with loosely defined landscape elements and geometric shapes by Les (Leslie Luverne) Anderson (American, 19...

MALCAH ZELDIS Circus, Trapeze Artists and Acrobats gouache on paper Hand signed and dated bottom right. titled in pencil on paper verso. Framed to 15 X 16.5 sheet is 9 X 12 Malcah ...

Signed lower right, 'E. Brigeois' for Evelyne Brigeois (French, 1946-2016) and dated 1985; additionally signed, verso, dated and titled, 'Troyes #2'. Born in Troyes, France in 1946...

Biagio Civale, Italian/American (1936 - ) - Statue of Liberty, Medium: Acrylic on Paper, signed l.r., Size: 22 in. x 30 in. (55.88 cm x 76.2 cm)

Jack Scott "#20" 1980 Interwoven, continuous line charcoal drawing on paper 40"x30" site, black wood gallery frame float mount 42.5"x32.75" museum glass Sig...

Abstract watercolor composition with soft purple and green tones, accented with red by Les Anderson (American, 1928-2009). Unsigned, but was acquired from the estate of Les Anderson ...

Portrait of a boy is an original drawing in pencil realized by Anthony Roaland in 1980. Hand-signed and dated by the artist on the lower right margin. In the foreground the figure...

Serene watercolor by West Coast artist Marge Eaton Johnson (American, 1940-2013). The large, knurled tree in the foreground is ripe with textures - Johnson has used a desiccant (prob...

Judith I, paper/etching, 13.5x9.5 cm, 1987

Signed lower right, "Johnston" and dated 1981. Bearing exhibition label from 17th Pacific Grove Annual Watercolor Competition. A vibrant Modernist watercolor brimming with color an...

Frame: 16.5 x 15.5 x 1 Picture: 6 x 4.5 Picture in excellent condition Frame is in “fair” condition

Watercolor on heavy paper realized by Carlo Ravagnan in 1985. Hand signed lower right. Date and titled on rear. Excellent condition.

Biagio Civale, Italian/American (1936 - ) - Pot of Flowers, Medium: Tempera on paper, signed lower right, Size: 24 x 18 in. (60.96 x 45.72 cm)

A softly colored watercolor abstract in lavender, blue and green by Les (Leslie Luverne) Anderson (American, 1928-2009). Unsigned. From the estate of Les Anderson in Monterey, Califo...

Bold nude pastel drawing by Albert Hutson (American, 1923-1994). A woman is reclined on a soft red surface, leaning up against a yellow pillow. The model is skillfully sketched, with quick but confident marks. Hutson has captured the character of the model in her expression and posture, both of which appear relaxed and natural. Al Hutson retired from military service in 1974, moved to San Francisco, and enrolled in art school at the California College of Arts and Crafts. In 1978 he earned his BFA degree with distinction in drawing and painting. His work as a figurative artist was in the medium of pastel drawing, and he had an intense and abiding affinity for works on paper. Signed, dated, and titled twice in the lower right corner ("Al Hutson Danielle 89") Presented in a new off-white mat with foamcore backing. Mat size: Paper size: 19.75"H x 25.5"W Albert L. Hutson (American, 1923-1994) had two careers: first as a professional military officer, and second as an artist and member of the Board of the Graphic Arts Council in San Francisco. He was born in 1923 in Portsmouth, Virginia, into a family with a long military tradition. His father and maternal grandfather were Annapolis graduates, and his paternal grandfather served in the Civil War. Colonel Hutson graduated from Staunton Military Academy in 1941 shortly after World War II began. He later earned an undergraduate degree in history from the University of Nebraska in the late 1960s. As a young second lieutenant in World War II, he served with the First Armored Division in the Italian Campaign, starting with the Battle of Anzio, and participated in the liberation of Rome. His interest in art began at this time when his commanding officer introduced him to Italian art. Al Hutson retired from military service in 1974, moved to San Francisco, and enrolled in art school at the California College of Arts and Crafts. In 1978 he earned his BFA degree with distinction in drawing and painting. His work as a figurative artist was in the medium of pastel drawing, and he had an intense and abiding affinity for works on paper. A graduate of the Fine Arts Museums docent [tour guide...

Created by Carole Doyle Peel (American, 1934-2016) circa 1985 and accompanied by first edition volume, 'Carole Doyle Peel: The Delight of Drawing', 2016. Mat dimensions: 22.25 x 34 x...

Artist: Ken Burton (English, 1946-) Title: "Near Grassington, West Yorkshire, UK" *Signed by Burton lower left Year: 1988 Medium: Original Watercolor on heavy wove paper Framing: Not...

Stunning pastel work by Paula Humphris a Cornish artist more well known now for her pottery. Signed and dated 1985. Very evocative of the Art Deco Period. very pretty ! Image size ...

Signed lower right, 'Beverly Fields' (American, 20th century) and dated 1988. Accompanied by a copy of the artist's poster from the same series. This listed California artist has e...

Biagio Civale, Italian/American (1936 - ) - Sailboats, Medium: Tempera on paper, signed lower left, Size: 22 x 30 in. (55.88 x 76.2 cm)

Architectural Details Catalogue 1, paper/etching, 80/99, 10x9 cm,1989

Oil on board Signed (lower right) 24.5cm × 19cm (40cm × 35cm framed) An artist, who also served on the board of the National Gallery of Australia, was a truly original painter. By t...

Colorful watercolor still life with plant, fruit and a red candle by Les (Leslie Luverne) Anderson (American, 1928-2009). From the estate of Les Anderson in...

Little girl, child, red, blue, reading we send the work anywhere Shipping included OLGA BOGAEVSKAJA (Moscow, 1916 – St. Petersburg, 2000) Works by Olga Bogaevskaja can be found in v...

Minou-Study of Head Charcoal and pencil on vellum, 1984 Signed and dated in pencil by the artist Minou was Barnet's feline companion throughout many of his most prolific years. It has been said that if you entered Barnet's studio and Minou did not like you Barnet lost interest and dismissed you almost immediately. Provenance: Susan Teller Gallery, prior to 2005 (one of Barnet's friends and dealers) Babcock Galleries, 2005-2008 This drawing is related to a similar composition reproduced in the Richard Boyle catalog for Babcock Galleries. References: Boyle, Will Barnet Drawings, related to works reproduced on pp. 21, 41 (see photo of page 41) Minou is the cat on the back right. Condition: Excellent Stray ink and paint consistent with a working studio drawing Archival framing with DEN Glass (see photo) Image size: 9 x 11 7/8 inches Frame size: 17 x 19 inches Will Barnet Born May 25, 1911, Beverly, Massachusetts, US Died November 13, 2012 (aged 101), New York City, US Will Barnet (May 25, 1911 – November 13, 2012) was an American artist known for his paintings, watercolors, drawings, and prints depicting the human figure and animals, both in casual scenes of daily life and in transcendent dreamlike worlds. Biography Born in 1911 in Beverly, Massachusetts, Barnet knew by the age of ten that he wanted to be an artist. As a student, he studied with Philip Leslie Hale at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and viewed first-hand John Singer Sargent at work on the murals of the Boston Public Library. In 1930, Barnet studied at the Art Students League of New York, with Stuart Davis and Charles Locke, beginning his long association with the school. Here he concentrated on painting as well as printmaking, and, in 1936, he became the official printer for the Art Students League. There, he later instructed students in the graphic arts at the school and taught alongside the likes of Yasuo Kuniyoshi, Robert Beverly Hale and Richard Pousette-Dart. Barnet influenced a generation of artists, including James Rosenquist, Knox Martin, Emil Milan, Paul Jenkins, Ethel Fisher and Cy Twombly. Barnet continued his love of teaching with positions at the Cooper Union, at Yale University, and at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. He was represented by the Bertha Schaefer Gallery in New York City. Barnet had three sons, Peter, Richard, and Todd Barnet, by his first wife Mary Sinclair. Barnet later married Elena Barnet, with whom he had a daughter, Ona Barnet. Death A longtime resident of the National Arts Club, Barnet died in New York City on November 13, 2012, at the age of 101. Works Barnett's works span the various "movements" of their era, from his early social realist work to his final signature style of clean lines and carefully placed volumes of solid color in a kind of minimalist representational approach. His work is concerned with humanity, yet at his core he always remained a formalist, cerebral in his approach to the elements that make up a good picture. In his interviews he articulated his well thought out principles regarding color use, composition and subject matter, in a professorial manner reflecting the theoretical acumen he brought to his teaching. Like many American painters of his generation he was digesting the evolving trends in Europe and integrating the new visual vocabulary into his American style while remaining universal, referencing his own personal history with images of his wife, his daughter, and their family pets. As James Thomas Flexner wrote, Barnet's work "makes us experience the interplay between the personal and the universal." While remaining representational, the simple elegance of the figures and their flat surfaces reflect his exploration with abstraction. Will's artistic output spans eighty years. Few artists, other than Picasso or Monet, can claim such a long continuous period of inspired art making, nor the logical progression of moving through artistic phases: in the 1930s he was a social realist, in the 1940s a Modernist, in the 1950s an Abstract Expressionist and in the 1960s and onward he settled on a representational minimalism honed from the refinement of his earlier explorations. His early work is decidedly social realist, with sullen portraits done in dark tonalities that suggest both the struggle of the depression era and the hope in the simple love of family life. He moves out of this phase with the improving economy and in the 1940s adds vibrant color and more abstract figures, suggesting a lifting of the depression era malaise. He was a key figure in the 1940s New York movement called Indian Space Painting, artists who based their abstract and semi-abstract work on Native American art; a striking movement which had a handful of practitioners (notably Steve Wheeler...

A bold abstract watercolor with yellow and blue, contrasted with red accents by Les (Leslie Luverne) Anderson (American, 1928-2009). Signed "Les Anderson" on verso. From the estate o...

Woman at Piano by Erik Freyman, Russian/American (1932–2018) Date: circa 1989 Watercolor on Paper, signed in pencil Size: 29 x 21.5 in. (73.66 x 54.61 cm)

Teens at the beach is an original drawing on pencil realized by Anthony Roaland in 1982. Hand-signed and dated by the artist on the lower right margin. The three boys are represent...

Double-sided watercolor with a beautiful landscape of Cypress Point at sunrise, and a vertical landscape of Pt. Lobos on verso by Les (Leslie Luverne) Anderson (American, 1928-2009)....