Bidspirit auction | Eugene Frandzen (California, 1893-1972)

Eugene Frandzen (California, 1893-1972) - EUGENE FRANDZEN (1893-1972) PENCIL-SIGNED LITHOGRAPH. Eugene Frandzen (California, 1893-1972) Ditch Digger The dramatic industrial scene lithograph is signed by the artist in pencil below the image lower right and titled lower left. Eugene Frandzen was a painter, lithographer, illustrator, and educator. He studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago before serving in France during World War I. Later he established a commercial illustration studio in New York and studied at the Art Students League and Grand Central School of Art. He became a successful illustrator for popular aviation and adventure magazines before returning to California where he was active in the Printmakers Society of California. His original lithographs are represented in the collections of the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., and other American museums. This marks the first appearance of this rare image at auction. Image measures 7.75 x 8.75 with a framed size of 18.5 x 18.75 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 Image measures 7.75 x 8.75 with a framed size of 18.5 x 18.75 inches. Condition This work is from a private local collection of high-quality examples in excellent condition. Given our knowledge of this collector's standards, we've chosen not open the mount to document this print outside the frame. If for any reason related to condition the buyer is not completely satisfied, they are welcome to return their purchase for a complete refund.