James D. Beck Watercolor Painting of a Winter Forest, 1970

Item Details

James D. Beck (20th century)
Untitled (snow-covered forest), 1970
Watercolor painting on paper
Signed to the lower left

Provenance
From the archives of Samuel Marx (1902 New York City – 1992 Los Angeles).

Samuel Marx began his career in 1930 as a story editor for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer then went on to produce popular films to include Lassie Come Home and Son of Lassie. In 1990, Marx co-authored the book Deadly Illusions; Jean Harlow and The Murder of Paul Bern in which his sleuthing efforts unfold the mysterious details surrounding his friends alleged suicide.

• Item not examined outside of mounting

Condition

- toning to paper with mat burn along sight; discoloration to mat; accretion throughout; scratches and edge wear to frame.

Dimensions

- measures frame; visible work measures 13.5" W x 11.0" H.

Item #

ITMG104858