Salvatore Grippi, Figural Work on Paper (1953)

Description This is another early iconic figural work on paper from Grippi's early period. It is the only one we have in black ink with blue watercolor. The use of two colors adds another layer of complexity and beauty to this outstanding piece.  Grippi was known for his figural work.  The last photo shows (on the right) his large scale Figures (1960) exhibited at MOMA's 1962 show, "Recent Paintings U.S.A.: The Figure." Details Salvatore Grippi (American, 1921-2017) Untitled figural Black ink and blue and black watercolor on paper Signed and dated in lower right hand corner 17 3/4" x 20 3/4" (overall) 9" x 12" (paper) Newly matted and framed under plexiglass  Overall toning to paper About the Artist We were extremely lucky to purchase a collection of Salvatore Grippi’s works upon the sale of his estate by his heirs in 2017. An important member of the New York School of Abstract Expressionists, Grippi was born in 1921 in Buffalo NY. Like many artists of his generation, he served in