Bidspirit auction | James Britton Gantt (Missouri, Kansas,

James Britton Gantt (Missouri, Kansas, 1911-1984) - JAMES B. GANTT (1911-1984) EGG TEMPERA ON PANEL. James Britton Gantt (Missouri, Kansas, 1911-1984) For the Neighbors 1940 The regionalist genre scene, originally consigned by the artist's family, was featured in the 2008 exhibition 'James Gantt: Works From the '30s and 40s' at Franklin Riehlman's Fine Art Gallery in New York City. The tempera is signed lower left and dated '40. Gantt studied at the Kansas City Art Institute, first under Ross Braught and then Thomas Hart Benton. Under the WPA, he completed a number of murals around Kansas City, including one at Paseo High School. Board measures 12.5 x 16.5 with a framed size of 18 x 22 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Board measures 12.5 x 16.5 with a framed size of 18 x 22 inches. Condition Very good condition, noting three dark areas visible under UV light only and these are believed to be original pigment, very good overall. Provenance Purchased at auction these rooms, family of Kansas City artist James Britton Gantt.