A study of fruits and vegetables, dated 1944

A leaf from a sketchbook dated Showa 15 (1944), unsigned, minor wear, toning on back

Overall size: 11 ½ x 16 ¼ in.

The French fashion and costume magazine "La Mode Illustree" operated from about 1859 through at least the 1920's, featuring the styles of the day. This is a fine engraving, circa 1875 or 1880, judging from the fashion depicted. It is hand colored. Size as framed is 13 1/2" by 9 1/2". The framing though narrow is an interesting design. The print has some overall light browning/aging as would be expected of paper of this age---but it is even and not at all obtrusive...

A contemporary painting in semi-abstract style, the image apparently of a horse and his flowing mane, staring at the viewer. The work is unsigned. Acrylic on canvas, 16" by 20" (a regular size, easily framed). A twist on equine art.

Watercolor painting of a mountain landscape in autumn, signed at lower left with what appears as "F. Renaud". A brook or stream occupies the right center. This is a nicely painted work, 4 5/8" by 6 1/2" inside the mat, 8 3/4" by 10 3/4" simply framed. The watercolor probably dates to the 1960's or 1970's. Photos were taken with the present cloudy non-glare glass removed. I suggest discarding it permanently in favor of regular glass. Ready to hang on the wall as-is, though.

A folio with six vibrant Italian scenes. The prints measure 12" x 15; the oversized envelope is curled at the corners and shows light wear (the prints are fine). Marked Don Art Co., New York along with a serial number for each print. Printed in Holland.

Album leaf with sleeve illustration for kimono, produced ca. 1930

Very good impression and color, thick paper, very minor soiling on margins, remains of backing tape

Overall size: 10 x 14 in.

Vintage poster, 27 1/2" by 19 3/4" in present metal frame, the subject a woman in profile holding flowers, doves in the composition as well, titled "This poster was presented to the Egyptian Delegation on the occasion of President Sadat's Peace Mission to Jerusalem November 1977", the artwork by IRENE AWRET (1921-2014) and her husband AZRIEL AWRET (1910-2010), both noted Holocaust survivor artists. Sadat of course, sadly, was assassinated in 1981. The print is published by Jerusalem Art Prints...

Circa 1950's oil on canvas of a mountain with cross on top, and what could be a small body of water in the foreground, painted in an impressionist hand. The scene could possibly be Mount Cristo Rey, a landmark with Christ cross on the summit, at the extreme southeast corner of New Mexico, overlooking the El Paso, Texas area. The work measures 16" by 18" and 21 1/2" by 24" framed. Sadly this became badly damaged at some point, with catastrophic tears through the composition...

"William Hogarth" Sigismonda The Works of William Hogarth" as published by Baldwin, Cradock and Joy in 1822 with the original plates restored by James Heath, engraver to His Majesty. The Heath edition was the last to print directly from Hogarth's original engraved plates. All William Hogarth prints appearing after this date are copies of these original graphic works of art. Heath edition 1822 An original copperplate engraving — over 195 years old. Sheet size: approx...

A contemporary painting on canvas, unframed, 20" by 15 3/4", unframed, the theme seemingly an out-of-this-world painting of space and planets. Difficult to describe, but this sort of imagery is popular, similarsold along the Venice, California boardwalk and elsewhere by enterprising artists. Some of the white spatter seems to be sprayed on. Blue is the general color. Condition is excellent.

A charming little etching "Cape Ann Near Gloucester", so titled at bottom center, signed in the plate at lower right with the signature of listed American artist LOUIS KINNEY HARLOW (1850-1913). At lower left in smaller type is "Genuine Engraved Etching". The print likely dates to about the 1890's or 1900. Harlow was born in Massachusetts and became known as a prolific watercolorist in New England, producing coastals, landscapes, and images of familiar places...

[Note: Daniel Tretiak wrote this in 2012.] This work is now 5 years old. I set forth the main aspects of the works of Haku Maki, the main themes of his work, the main aspects of his style, and the broad range of his works. I think I did not realize in 2007 the range and versatility of his work, its drama and subtlety. Since this book was published I have written 9 research notes and many descriptions of key works. Amazon and Ren Brown Collection distribute this book...

A 4-7/8" long and 2-1/4" high vintage Inuit Eskimo sopastone carving of a walrus c1950-60. This unsigned (or at least no signature still visible)carving is in fair original condition with no cracks, damage or repairs other than the loss of the two tusks, some chipping to the feet and some minor scrapes. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are secondhand and may have slight signs of gentle use...

Woodblock print by Earl M. Washington, page measures 11" x 8 3/8", woodblock image is 6 1/4" x 5", mat is 13 1/2" x 11". Black ink on cream color paper, in white mats with glassine cover over image. Signed E.M. Washington, titled "Race Mixing", number 2 of 30, with date of 1932, though was printed in the 1990's. Image depicts a violent scene, a black man attacking a nude woman, with knife in his hand. Maybe an image of a racist propaganda poster or leaflet, or an original by Washington...

Woodblock print by E.M. Washington, paper size 9 3/8" x 6 3/8", image size 4" x 3 3/4", mat 13 1/2" x 11". Black ink on tan paper, depicts a semi nude woman in what looks like bar or speakeasy setting, with gramophone and leering man in the background. Signed by Washington, titled "Quadroon-Gramophone" and numbered 24 of 30. Dated 1924, but actually printed in the 1990's Good condition, in acid free mats with glassine cover over image, paper affixed to back mat with small piece of tape...

These famous Lithograph each title were published on Saturday Evening Post illustration
Painted by Norman Rockwell. We are proudly presenting first time.
All of these each offset lithograph which were kept last 32 years in our stored box...

These famous Lithograph each title were published on Saturday Evening Post illustration.
Painted by Norman Rockwell. We are proudly presenting first time.
All of these each offset lithograph which were kept last 32 years in our stored box.
We just opened the Box after 32 years later.
All of colors are fresh as 32 years ago, purchased date as 1990.
All items are mint condition, they never been framed.
It is published by Curtis Publishing Co./Published by Donald Art ...

These famous Lithograph each title were published on Saturday Evening Post illustration.
These Prints ware from very old edition and classic ones.
Painted by Norman Rockwell. We are proudly presenting first time.
All of these each offset lithograph which were kept last 32 years in our stored box.
We just opened the Box after 32 years later.
All of colors are fresh as 32 years ago, purchased date as 1990.
All items are mint condition, they never been framed.
It i...

Brian Miller Photograph La Normandie Market signed . Great image of a French market . Image 7 by 10" matt 11 by 14" hand signed

These Lithograph each title were published on Saturday Evening Post illustration
Painted by Norman Rockwell. We are proudly presenting first time.
All of these each offset lithograph which were kept last 32 years in our stored box.
We just opened the Box after 32 years later last weekend.
All of colors are fresh as 32 years ago, 1990.
All items are mint condition, they never been framed.
It is published by 1972 Curtis Publishing Co./Published by Donald Art Co., Inc...

Farm scene, issued ca. 1960s

Printed from a single block on thick paper. The block is inked in different colors with shading effects to imitate a stencil print.

Overall size: 9 x 12 in.

These Lithograph each title were published on Saturday Evening Post illustration
Painted by Norman Rockwell. We are proudly presenting first time.
All of these each offset lithograph which were kept last 32 years in our stored box.
We just opened the Box after 32 years later last weekend.
All of colors are fresh as 32 years ago, 1990.
All items are mint condition, they never been framed.
It is published by Curtis Publishing Co./ Published by Donald Art Co., Inc. CT...

Brian Miller Photograph Tampa Street Car Arena Bowl Weekend signed by Miller image 7 by 10" matt 11" by 14"

Antique floral watercolor, the subject white wild roses, 11 1/2" by 7 1/2" (17 1/2" by 13 1/2" framed in light oak), signed at lower right "M. S. Robison". The paper is loose under the mat and has slipped, as photos of corner/edges show. Re-set in proper position and enjoy this well-executed piece.

A colorful and decorative Haitian painting, the subject two women in white clothing at a market, with their baskets and fruits and lengths of cut sugar cane. The work is oil on thin unstretched canvas, in a simple black frame with black mat, and no glass. The piece measures 17 1/4" BY 21 1/4" as framed. The artist signed at lower right "Lauren C.".

A framed and matted etching possibly of the River Seine. There are water stains along the bottom edge of the mat as well as very light foxing; the print also appears to have light foxing around the corners. Stamped A. Delauney del 8c sc in the lower left corner. The picture measures 5-1/4" x 3-1/2"; the frame, 8" x 9-7/8". Not examined out of the frame.

Leaf from sketchbook depicting a thatched hut with tree on verso, dated 1940

Dated Jan. 7, 1940 (Showa 15) on lower right, good condition, slight browning on edges

Overall size: 8 ¾ x 11 ¾ in.

Brian Miller Photograph New Orleans Gumbo signed. Nice image of the French quarter . Signed image 7 by 10" matt 11" by 14"

These famous Lithograph each title were published on Saturday Evening Post illustration.
Painted by Norman Rockwell. We are proudly presenting first time.
All of these each offset lithograph which were kept last 32 years in our stored box.
We just opened the Box after 32 years later.
All of colors are fresh as 32 years ago, purchased date as 1990.
All items are mint condition, they never been framed.
It is published by Curtis Publishing Co. / Published by Donald Ar...

Printed 1850 Map for France, 21" x 14"(frame size), 17" x 11"(print size), Title is "France En 1850", "A Paris, chez, edit Rue de La Pareheminerie", Atlas National Illustre", 3 tears on the top and bottom, yellowed paper with some yellowed spot, belongs to the private collection in DC area.

These famous Lithograph each title were published on Saturday Evening Post illustration.
Painted by Norman Rockwell. We are proudly presenting first time.
All of these each offset lithograph which were kept last 32 years in our stored box.
We just opened the Box after 32 years later.
All of colors are fresh as 32 years ago, purchased date as 1990.
All items are mint condition, they never been framed.
It is published by Curtis Publishing Co./Published by Donald Art ...

A colorful little original oil painting on canvas, not stretched but laid simply behind a hand-made paper mat then placed in a colorful decorative picture frame, no glass, 9" by 7" as framed, signed at left by artist and dated there 1996. No doubt a tourist art piece, it is quite charming, reminding of Haitian and other Caribbean folk art. Condition is excellent.

[NOTE: I think my late husband Daniel Tretiak wrote this in 2007, after he got this site up and running.] Daniel Tretiak has written a book, The Life and Works of Haku Maki, the important Japanese printmaker of the second half of the 20th Century. Maki toiled alone most of the time between 1960 and 2000. His output was substantial, most of it was cool, crisp, elegant. An example is shown above. I wrote about it: "The print in the center is the kanji for Me or I; it swooshes across the print,...

The size of Sheet : 13 7/8" W x 11 7/8" H
The size of Image : 9 3/8" W x 6 1/2" H
The Title: Le Diner Des Moissonneurs (Diner at Harvest)
aRTIST: Unknown. The date of Engraving Printed: 1940-1950’s.
Printed on heavy Paper.
The condition of Print: Excellent, never been framed.
This is Beautiful Old French Engraving Print, subject of Le Diner Des Moissonneurs (Diner at Harvest). Excellent subject of family gathering at the time of Harvesting. It is very detail wor...

Engraving on Steel published by "Eigenthun. d. Verleger", "Der Kaiser - Fallast" in "Peking", Ca. 1850, image:6" x 4 5/8", frame:10 1/2" x 8 1/2", printed "CCCC VIII"(top right), "Aus d. Kunstanst. d. Bibliogr. Inst in Hildbh."(bottom left), "Eigenthun. d. Verleger"(Publisher or Artist, bottom right). Some brown marks on paper and mat and frame is in good condition.

By the German woman artist Meta Pluckebaum (1876-1945) is this **HAND SIGNED IN PENCIL** etching of two Scottish Terriers, the sheet measuring 5 1/2" by 8 1/4" inside the old mat. At lower left the artist has titled this "Zwei Rowdies". Pluckebaum was born in Germany and studied with Hermann Emil Pohle. Her subjects included child and animal portraits (the latter, mostly cats and dogs), and still life. She was also an illustrator of children's books. Judging from the work she left behind, s...