Antique Early 1900's Original Pastel Landscape Signed George Ernest Bingham

Description: Antique Early 1900's Original Pastel Landscape Signed George Ernest Bingham Antique original pastel by George Ernest Binghamcirca early 1900's Pastel Landscape on paper, signed in lower right cornerOriginal pieces by George Ernest Bingham are very rare Frame 13" wide x 23" tallPastel 10" wide x 20" tallComplete with original antique wavy glass Signed by George Ernest Bingham History: "George Ernest Bingham is an eminent artist the of the Pacific Northwest. His work is well known there and spans many decades. Born in 1884 in Worcester, Massachusetts he moved to Portland, Oregon as a child. While a teenager he was noticed for his talented sketches and was sent to study in New York for two years under famous Portraitists {1904-1906} Back in Portland, he married and taught at the Portland Art Museum for several years. He was particularly celebrated for his teaching of sketching and form {1908-1910} A distinguished artist, his talent and success allowed him to freelance all his life. He used all available mediums doing sketches, cartoons for newspapers, illustrations and drawings. He was however most famous for his portraits and landscapes. Concurrently he worked as the resident commercial artist for Rann Co a famous billboard firm and also created all the window designs for Meir and Frank in Oregon. Prominent enough to live from his art, he nevertheless delighted in enrolling at expos and fairs where he gained instant recognition for drawing exquisite portraits on the spot. He died in 1957 in Portland where he had established a sizeable following of eclectic patrons. It has been noted the Portland Museum was planning a display of his work. " Excellent Condition ~ Frame, glass and art are all in excellent condition ~ No damage to the frame ~ The pastel is clean and free of damage and foxing ~ Glass is clean, professionally framed, professional backing with pocket with history of the artist and coated wire for hanging *If estimated shipping rate is quoted too high, please message me with your zip code or country for an exact rate 3 lbs pre packed weight

Price: 345 USD

Location: Atascadero, California

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