Lot # : 59 - Original Drawing in the Manner of Charles White

Intense and striking original drawing in the manner of the famous African-American artist Charles White. This is not a print or giclee yet an original work of art! Medium: Drawing on paper. Edition: Unique, original work of art. Signature: Lower Left. Condition: Excellent. Image Size: 11 x 8 in. New Frame: 21 x 17 in. Provenance: This is from the private estate of long time collector in Chicago. Please see the gallery stamps on the verso. The frame is open in the rear to view the entire verso. Our consignor collected for decades but did not go to the expense of authentication. Charles Wilbert White, Jr. was an African American artist known for his chronicling of African American related subjects in paintings, drawings, lithographs, and murals. Born: April 2, 1918, Chicago, IL. Died: October 3, 1979, Los Angeles, CA. Known for: painting; visual art. Notable work: The Contribution of the Negro to American Democracy. Four Seasons Auction Gallery/Aardvark Antiques, LLC does not authenticate thus the very low auction estimates. We welcome you to bring an expert in to examine any of our art. This piece is sold In the Manner of the artist, it is not accompanied by any authentication issued by the artist's authority. Our definition of In the manner of: The auction house believes that the work is done in the manner of the named artist but possibly after their lifetime. This piece is not included in the artist's catalog. If you have questions about the certification of any piece in this catalog please do not hesitate to contact us. It is fully bidders' responsibility to check and inspect the artwork for accuracy, provenance, etc. before putting a bid. Congratulations to the winning bidder!