Edward Hopper : Studies from Life : presented by Thurston Royce Gallery of Fine Art Ltd.

Title		Studies from Life
Artist		Edward Hopper
Markings		Unsigned
Medium		Pen and ink on paper
Dimensions		7 1/8" x 4 5/8" (15 3/4" x 12 1/4", framed)
Provenance		The artist, until 1967; to his widow, Jo Hopper, until 1968; to private collection, until the present
Authenticity		Guaranteed by Hirschl & Adler Galleries 21 East 70th St., New York, NY 10021
Commentary		Hopper seemed never to tire of adapting and transforming the human head in his own mind through the art of drawing. In this sheet the quality of the pen and ink line is firm, direct and convincing. The contour shapes especially are rendered with a commanding linear precision. The six closely positioned heads, including two in profile, are organized around the central image of nattily dressed men who are drawn in the most finished and detailed manner. This image attaches the mans head, with a distinctive handle-bar mustache, to a torso clothed in a crisp dress shirt, tie and vest complete with a watch bob chain, and matching shirtsleeve bands. This figure likely represented someone familiar whom Hopper observed on a regular basis, such as a bartender, waiter, or store clerk. RPM
Price		$18,000.00
Telephone		610-366-7300
Email		info@thurstonroyce.com

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