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LOT 46:
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) San Luis Obispo, CA
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Start price:
$
400
Estimated price :
$1,000 - $2,000
Buyer's Premium: 25%
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sales tax: 8.875%
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Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) San Luis Obispo, CA
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) Oil on board, winter cityscape with church in San Luis Obispo, CA, signed lower center "Ralph Holmes" , piece measures 10 x 8 and 13 x 11.5 inches w/ frame. Painter, muralist who helped the Colony artistically in many different ways before he moved permanently to Los Angeles c. 1923. Manager of Cloisters at Morro Beach where he painted murals and hung his paintings. Taught a class in painting, July 1920. “He was, between 1917 and 1923, E. G. Lewis’ staff artist, and his graceful, two-dimensional murals, elegant in line with hints of art nouveau, were displayed in the Colony’s public buildings and finer private homes. An experienced teacher and administrator, he was also involved in architectural planning, Lewis’ many publicity fliers and civic beautification. His oils were reproduced on colony bulletins, magazines and brochures.
Condition: The absence of a condition report does not imply an object is free of defects. All items may have normal signs of age and wear commensurate with their age; these issues will likely not be mentioned in the condition report. Please contact the auction house before the auction with any condition questions. Questions about condition will not be answered after purchase. Condition reports are provided as a courtesy, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions.
Important note on frames: Frames are not guaranteed to be in the same condition as they are in the item photograph. Due to handling and shipping, many frames, especially antique ones, are prone to losses. If you have questions about the condition of a frame, please contact us prior to the auction.
