Carl Raleigh Latimer (American, 1913–1991) Composition in Blue and Green, c. 1960s Oil on canvas. Signed with the artist’s monogram «LAT» on the verso. Rare Abstract Expressionist oil painting by African American expatriate artist Carl Raleigh Latimer, executed during his years in Denmark in the 1960s. Frame dimensions: 58 × 53 cm (23 × 21 in.) A certificate of authenticity is included with the artwork. Shipped securely with DHL Express (tracked). Original artworks (HS 9701) are duty-free when imported into the UK and United States.
Carol Kessler (1916-2004) was an outsider artist and designer in San Jose, CA for over 60 years. Although mainly self-taught, Carol trained at Stanford University under Anton Refregier. She was the wife of listed artist Friedolin Kessler (1913-1995).
In the 1984-6 period, he had at least a sale of a work at both Christie’s and Sotheby’s. along with notable dealer representation. Strange, at the blossoming of his career, he simply and quite totally withdrew as he continued painting, unknown why.
The artist uses a heavy impasto technique, giving the flower petals a wonderful physical texture and depth. • Subject: Floral Still Life / Hydrangeas. • Painting: The colors remain bright and the paint is well-preserved.
Beautiful original wood framed oil painting from 1967. I cannot make out the artist signature.
