Carl Zimmerman Watercolor on Paper "Flower Sale"

Item Details

A watercolor painting on paper titled Flower Sale by Cincinnati artist Carl Zimmerman (American, 1900-1985). Three somber figures appear with rigid angles against a stark background of dark tones. Vibrant flowers encompass the individuals and are displayed on table tops for sale. Signed to the lower right with a “Carl Zimmerman Estate” stamp. Mounted to foam core with a white matting and wrapped in acetate.

Zimmerman was a prominent Cincinnati artist, known for his mural and oil paintings, as well as his teaching ability. He studied under Reginald Grooms, John E. Weis, and Herman Wessel. In 1927, Zimmerman received his first commission to paint a mural through the recommendation of John E. Weiss, and after much success, he was commissioned to paint murals for large cities across the United States. Zimmerman taught at the Art Academy of Cincinnati, the Taft Museum of Art, and the Cincinnati Art Museum. He was the president and a longtime member of the Cincinnati Art Club.

Dimensions

- measures the matting; visible image 29" W x 21" H.

Item #

17DCC160-384