John A. Ruthven Offset Lithograph "Cardinals", Late 20th Century

Item Details

John A. Ruthven (Ohio/Kentucky; born 1927)
Cardinals, late 20th century
Offset lithograph on paper
Signed to the lower right; signed in plate to the lower right
Editioned artist’s proof
Title inscribed in plate to the lower left

Ruthven studied at the Cincinnati Art Academy and the Jack Storey Central Academy of Commercial Art. After graduating, Ruthven opened a commercial studio and started painting the realistic wildlife portraits he is known for today. Ruthven was a member of the Outdoor Writers Association, the Cincinnati Art Club and Art Director’s Club, the Cincinnati Artist’s Guild, and the National Audubon Society.

• Item not examined outside of mounting

Condition

- light toning to print and paper; minor scratching, scuffing, abrasions, and accretions to frame.

Dimensions

- measurements of frame; visible sheet measures 17.0" W x 23.0" H; image measures approximately 13.25" W x 18.5" H.

Item #

ITMG625445