"…Corsica"

"Calvi, Corsica" - Ellison Hoover, 1935
 
Description:
Beautiful depiction of 2 men and a mule in the foreground with the commune of Calvi located on the island of Corsica in the background. Wonderful display of Hoover’s use of light and shadow. Edition of 40. Hand signed and titled by the artist.
 
Dimensions: 34.5 x 27.5 cm
 
Age: 1935
 
Condition: Great condition for age, no signs of damage.
 
Use & Functions:  Decorative Wall Hanging.
 
Build Materials: Lithograph on Rives wove paper.
 
Historic Relevance:
A celebrated American illustrator, Ellison Hoover's artwork has graced the covers of The New Yorker, The New York Herald-Tribune, as well as Life Magazine.
 
Known for his atmospheric and glowing depictions of land and cityscapes, his most notable pieces depict daily life and night scenes of New York and Paris.
 
 
Asking price is $985 or best offer. All reasonable offers are welcome.