Vase of Flowers
Artist
Thomas Hart Benton
(American, 1889 - 1975)
Date1940
MediumOil and tempera on pressboard
DimensionsUnframed: 20 3/4 × 14 5/16 inches (52.71 × 36.35 cm)
Framed: 29 × 22 1/2 inches (73.66 × 57.15 cm)
Framed: 29 × 22 1/2 inches (73.66 × 57.15 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Milton McGreevy
Object numberF74-43
SignedSigned lower left: Benton
On View
Not on viewCollections
DescriptionStill life with dark blue glass vase containing tall purple and yellow irises, some blooming, and some buds. Smaller red and white roses in full bloom at mouth of vase. Vase sits on white cloth; vague gold/brown draped background.Published References“Auction of Art of 40,” Kansas City Times, 28 June 1940, 11; “Art
Is Their Receipt,” Kansas City Times, 3 July 1940, 3.
Is Their Receipt,” Kansas City Times, 3 July 1940, 3.
Copyright© Thomas Hart Benton and Rita P. Benton Testamentary Trusts / Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
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