Carl Zimmerman Watercolor Painting

Item Details

Carl Zimmerman (Cincinnati, Ohio; 1900-1985)
Untitled, mid-late 20th century
Watercolor painting on paper
Signed to the lower right
Includes an exhibition catalog from Cincinnati Art Galleries

A watercolor painting on paper by listed artist Carl Zimmerman (Cincinnati, Ohio; 1900-1985), dated late 20th century. The work depicts a figural coastal scene comprised of ambiguous figures situated along the coast of a tempestuous ocean portrayed with gestural brushstrokes. The piece is signed to the lower right. The composition is presented matted and sealed in acetate. Included is an exhibition catalog from Cincinnati Art Galleries.

Zimmerman was a prominent Cincinnati artist, known for his mural and oil paintings, as well as his teaching ability. He studied under Reginald Grooms, John E. Weis and Herman Wessel. In 1927, Zimmerman received his first commission to paint a mural through the recommendation of John E. Weiss, and after much success, he was commissioned to paint murals for large cities across the United States. Zimmerman taught at the Art Academy, Taft Museum, and Cincinnati Art Museum. He was the president and a longtime member of the Cincinnati Art Club.

Condition

- negligible scratches throughout acetate wrapping; minor wear throughout the edges of matting; negligible discoloration throughout the paper.

Dimensions

- measures the matting; sight size 28" W x 20" H.

Item #

16CIN997-003