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Mosaic Panel by Ruth Black Classic Cubistic Still Life Glass Tile 1950s / 60s

Creator: Ruth Black
Offered by: Appleton

Description
A mosaic panel by Ruth Black created in the 1950s. Acquired from the Westwood estate of actors Robert Sterling and Anne Jefferies.
Unusual 3-D mosaic panel 36 x 18" created in the early 50s / 60s signed on the back by the artist.
The still life of a lute, 2 candles set in bottles, a fish and gourds set on a white top with a moon lit evening sky and blowing window drapes as a background.
The mosaic images are composed of glass, ceramic, copper, and mirrored tiles.
In addition Ruth Black's sophisticated application of white, lavender and cobalt blue smalti to develop highly textured accent background surfaces is very similar to the smalti surfaces that are a key aspect in Jeanne Reynal's more abstract mosaics from the same time period.
Overall the mosaic panel is in good vintage condition with wear consistent with its age.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States, California
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	glass, mirrored, and ceramic tiles with copper overlays on the lute
Condition:	Good. good vintage condition.
Creation Date:	1950s/60s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Studio Craft, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	276978

Dimensions

W.	18 in;	H.	36 in;	D.	1 in;
W.	45.72 cm;	H.	91.44 cm;	D.	2.54 cm;

Message from Seller:

Established in 1984, Appleton offers a curated selection of 20th Century furniture, tables, chairs, and décor, featuring works by iconic designers like Frank Lloyd Wright and Edward Wormley. For inquiries, contact us at appletonarts@gmail.com.

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