Bidspirit auction | Elmer John Tomasch (1914-1977)

Elmer John Tomasch (1914-1977) - ELMER TOMASCH (1914-1977) OIL ON CANVAS. Elmer John Tomasch (1914-1977) Untitled (Transit Riders on a Bench) 1953 The classic period piece from the mid 20th century is signed and dated by the artist lower right. Elmer Tomasch was born in Cleveland, Ohio. He graduated from Western Reserve University and the Cleveland School of Art before receiving his masters degree from K State University in 1956. He was a member of the Kansas Federation of Artists, the Kansas Artist Society and the Prairie Watercolor Society. He served as associate professor of Art at Kansas State University from 1947 to 1977 and was a regionally known artist. He had also worked as a caricaturist and illustrator, later known as an artist concerned with the use of the human figure, stressing that man was both idea and form, per this composition. He had several one-man shows and his works, were regularly included in national and regional exhibitions. Board measures 19.5 x 29.5 with a framed size of 29.25 x 39.25 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 19.5 x 29.5 with a framed size of 29.25 x 39.25 inches. Condition Very good original untouched condition. There are no issues of major scratches, losses, repairs, in-painting or touch-up. Provenance The estate of Manhattan, Kansas philanthropists Jack and Joann Goldstein.