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THBHoward Besnia: 3 Woodcuts
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Apr 5, 2023
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African tribal sculptures and masks from the late 1800's through the mid 20th century. Rare masterpiece examples of Bangwa, Dogon, Baule, Ibibio, Yoruba, Bakongo and Senufo art as well as some decorative fine art. The selection is from the private collection of Massachusetts Gentlemen. 500 Gallery info@500gallery.com
African tribal sculptures and masks from the late 1800's through the mid 20th century. Rare masterpiece examples of Bangwa, Dogon, Baule, Ibibio, Yoruba, Bakongo and Senufo art as well as some decorative fine art. The selection is from the private collection of Massachusetts Gentlemen. 500 Gallery info@500gallery.com
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- Lot Description
Howard Besnia (American, 1921-2014): 3 Woodcuts, 1964-1967. Woodcut prints, two signed lower right, 2 printed with intials, all 3 framed. Prints from Besnia's The Beetle People of Scarabank.
Howard Besnia was a prolific painter and printsman known for his eclectic oeuvre and his handmade books. Beginning as a cartographer for the United States Army in 1994, he soon became the staff artist for many USO clubs, producing caricatures and portraits of the troops. After subsequent training at the Corcoran School of Art, Clark University and Yale University, Besnia went on to head the art department at Fitchburg State University for decades.
All pieces approx. 15 x 19 inches framed.
Private Collection, New England
Good condition.Condition
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