Salvatore Grippi, Figurative Pencil, Black Ink and Wash on Paper (1955)

Description This is an early figural work depicting a group abstracted figures whose limbs, breasts and other anatomy are intertwined in a most beautiful use of lines and curves. This needs to be hung in a spot where it can be studied and appreciated. 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 abstract figural Pencil, black ink and wash on paper Signature and date in lower center 12 1/4" x 17 1/2" (paper) 18 3/4" x 23 1/2" (overall) Newly matted and framed under plexiglass Even 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 Eu