Edgar Hatten Oil Painting "Figures"
Item Details
An oil painting on paper titled Figures by listed artist Edgar Hatten (American/Australian; 1929-1990), dated 1981. The painting depicts the abstracted silhouette of an ambiguous figure rendered among geometric forms. The work is signed by hand to the verso. To the verso, artist’s name, date, and title are inscribed in graphite by an unknown hand. The composition is presented within off-white matting and wrapped in acetate. It is accompanied by the artist’s catalog from Cincinnati Art Galleries.
Hatten is known for painting abstract still-lifes and landscapes, integrating mood, concept, visual elements, and drama. He was born in Wyoming and lived most of his life in Los Angeles. He was a teacher at Swinbourne College in Australia, and in California at East Los Angeles College and Citrus College.
Condition
- minor wear along the edges of matting; minor scratches throughout the plastic encasement.
Dimensions
- measures the matting; sight size measures 5.5" W x 5" H.
Item #
16CIN997-1046
