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Make a vibrant, architectural statement with this monumental 24" x 36" original abstract expressionist watercolor and ink painting by mid-century …
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Make a vibrant, architectural statement with this monumental 24" x 36" original abstract expressionist watercolor and ink painting by mid-century studio artist George Emmett Calvert, dated 1972. Showcasing a spectacular, high-energy palette of primary crimson red, warm ochre yellow, deep teal blue, and earthy charcoal tones, the composition beautifully channels a fluid, stained-glass structural geometry.
The work showcases a brilliant mastery of mid-century studio technique, balancing large wet-on-wet watercolor washes with sharp architectural linework and dynamic ink splatters that provide incredible depth under changing room light.
Housed in its authentic, original 1970s silver gallery framing detailed with a contrasting vintage teal matboard border, this investment-grade fine art asset arrives completely display-ready to anchor a mid-century modern entryway console, minimalist mantel, or eclectic Hollywood Regency bar nook interior.
• Artist: George Emmett Calvert (Signed and dated '72 lower right visage)
• Period: Circa 1972 (Mid-Century Modern / Postmodern)
• Medium: Watercolor and Ink on Heavy Artist Paper
• Framing: Ships completely framed in its original vintage metal frame with accent matting.
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The watercolor pigments remain incredibly vibrant with zero fading or sun damage. The original vintage frame and matting are beautifully intact, showing only very light, organic character wear consistent with its 50+ year authentic history.
DIMENSIONS
24" H x 36" W
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- Dimensions
- 24ʺW × 2ʺD × 36ʺH
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Pen and Ink
- Watercolor
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The watercolor pigments remain incredibly vibrant. The original vintage frame and matting are beautifully intact, showing … moreCondition: Excellent vintage condition. The watercolor pigments remain incredibly vibrant. The original vintage frame and matting are beautifully intact, showing very light, organic character wear consistent with its 50+ year authentic history. less
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