2076

William Gropper

1897-1977

"The Banker," 1932

Oil on canvas laid to canvas
Signed lower left: Gropper; titled on gallery labels affixed to the backing board
21.25" H x 33" W

  • Provenance: ACA Galleries, New York, NY
    Private Collection, Los Angeles, CA, acquired from the above
  • Exhibited: The Museum of Modern Art, New York, NY, "Social Comment in American Art," n.d.; Arts Council of Great Britain, London, "Modern Spirit," 1977, cat. no. M139; ACA Galleries, New York, NY, "Social Art in America 1930-1945," November 5-28, 1981, No. 20
  • Condition: Visual: Overall good condition. Craquelure scattered throughout. Flaking and small spots of paint loss in the bald mans sleeves.

    Blacklight: Small spots of touch-up scattered throughout. Difficult to read under uneven varnish.

    Frame: 29.75" H x 41.75" W x 3" D


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