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GUSTAV MICHELSON.
Four landscapes of Maine and California.Tempera on board. Average size 158x197 mm;
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inches. All signed E. G. Michelson in image (for his given name Eric Gustavus
Michelson), titled on verso. 1930s.
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Charming landscapes displaying Michelson’s gifts as a fine colorist and draughtsman. Best known for his
magazine illustrations, commercial design and Hollywood movie star posters, these personal travel landscapes
show another of his talents. “Subhi Khazib Omar Khyam [sic] False Dawn Palm Springs 1936” *
“Near Palm Springs 1936 Daylight - Same scene as False Dawn” Some creasing, wrinkling, and a
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inch short clean tear to lower margin* “Turbot’s Creek Cape Porpoise, Maine” Inscribed and signed
“Eric” by Michelson to friends * “Maine Coast 1934.”Mounted to paper matte, small pinhole at top.