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THBFAIRFIELD PORTER (American 1907-1975) A PAINTING, "House with Yellow Gable," 1953,
Lot 432
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FAIRFIELD PORTER (American 1907-1975) A PAINTING, "House with Yellow Gable," 1953, oil on canvas, signed and dated L/R, "Fairfield Porter 53," verso with old label reading "Art Lending Service of the / Museum of Modern Art - 21 W. 53 Street, N.Y. / No. 534-442 / Artist Fairfield Porter / Title House with Yellow Gable / Medium Oil / Price $150 / Rental $10.00 $15.00 / Gallery Tibor deNagy," the canvas is stamped "J.H. Chaille," on verso; 16" x 24", framed 21 1/2" x 29 3/4". Note: "The profoundest order is revealed in what is most casual." - Fairfield PorterFairfield Porter’s works of the 1950s are representative of some of the interesting cross-currents that were affecting the art world during the mid 20th century. Pure abstraction was beginning its rise to pre-eminence in New York, but social realism and figurative work influenced by European modern masters were also very important. Porter, who lived in New York during this time and was also an art critic, admired and drew inspiration from a variety of sources although his subject matter remained rooted in figurative work. House with a Yellow Gable is emblematic of this important period. The broad planes of color and geometric organization show his interest in abstraction, but the foundational solidity of the forms and colored shadows also show an understanding of Cézanne and the French Post-Impressionists. In 1948, Blanchette Rockefeller and the Junior Council of the Museum of Modern Art began discussing the idea of an art lending service that would display and rent modern art as a way of educating and fostering young collectors of modern art. This became a reality in 1951 when the Museum introduced its famous Art Lending Service which became a pioneering model for museums and galleries around the U.S. and the world. Specific works were chosen by museum curators in conjunction with major galleries such as Tibor deNagy that represented some of the most talented emerging modern artists of the time. They were then displayed in the Museum’s Penthouse Restaurant and could be rented for two months or purchased by collectors. The label on the verso of House with Yellow Gable identifies it as having been a part of this important program. Literature: Ludman, Joan, Fairfield Porter: A Catalogue Raisonné of the Paintings, Watercolors, and Pastels, L1295 Provenance: Art Lending Services of the Museum of Modern Art, No. 534-442; Tibor de Nagy Gallery, New York, New York; Joseph Chaille Collection, 1956.There is some craquelure, primarily in the sky, but the painting is stable. There appears to be a very slight indentation from the reverse at the top center. The varnish is yellowed. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."
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