Dimitri Grachis Figural Drawings, Mid-20th Century

Item Details

Dimitri Grachis (American, 1932 – 2021)
Untitled (figural), mid-20th century
Eight graphite drawings on paper; one ink drawing on paper; one colored pencil drawing on paper
Unsigned

After serving in the United States Navy, Grachis studied at the California School of Fine Arts on a G.I. bill during the late 1950s. When the funds were depleted, he opened a small art gallery in San Francisco, focused on up and coming artists. He is considered to be one of the first artists from Northern California to explore the minimalist style and geometric abstraction.

Condition

- uneven toning; significant creasing throughout; tears to edges; moderate smudging throughout.

Dimensions

- measures largest.

Item #

ITMGD38571