Bidspirit auction | Norma Bassett Hall (1889-1957)

Norma Bassett Hall (1889-1957) - NORMA BASSETT HALL (1889-1957) VERY RARE WOODBLOCK. Norma Bassett Hall (1889-1957) Mexican Road Circa 1940. The exceedingly rare woodblock print in 12 to 14 or more colors is signed by the artist in pencil below the image lower right and titled by her lower left near the edition number of 17 from only 50 prints. Only one other example of this print has been recorded in published auctions, institutional collections or dealer inventories going back approximately 30 years. This print displays a saturation of brilliant color rarely found in an 80 year-old work on paper, Norma Bassett Hall was an American printmaker whose passion for travel provided inspiration for many of her color woodblock prints. Along with her husband, artist Arthur William Hall, she traveled extensively throughout Europe, Mexico, and the American Southwest, finding subjects in the landscapes and everyday life of the places they visited. In Kansas, she became the only woman among the eleven founding members of the Prairie Print Makers in 1930. Her print Mexican Road reflects both her enthusiasm for exploring distant places and her mastery of Japanese woodblock techniques. This example is found in exceptionally vibrant color. Image measures 6.75 x 9, sheet is 9 x 11 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 6.75 x 9, sheet is 9 x 11 inches. Condition Very good condition, noting scattered light foxing. There are no issues of damage, tears, punctures, repairs or mounting.