LOWELL NESBITT. Lowell Nesbitt was credited as the first artist to produce a series of x-ray-inspired paintings, a body of work that began in 1963. He also served as the official artist for the space flights of Apollo 9 and Apollo 13.
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Condition & Presentation.
This auction is for an original etching & hand watercolored scene of Notre Dame in Paris France, ORIGINAL, and artist signature in pencil along bottom. The artist signature is illegible to me. It’s a ink style etching that is hand colored with watercolor. ( Colors are nice and vivid. Lots of detail! Enlarge the photos as it is a very detailed piece to view:). Framed in original wood frame. Frame measures approximately 20.5” by 24.5 inches. Art measures approximately 20.5”x16”. Frame shows light wear with superficial marks consistent with age. From a smoke free home All items must be paid within 48 hours of auction end.
A classic subject in Hindu art, based on centuries-old temple murals in India. The silk beneath has a natural sheen. This was likely painted in the 1950’s to 1970’s when Indian artists adapted temple murals onto silk for both devotional use and collectors.