Carl Zimmerman Watercolor Painting

Item Details

Carl Zimmerman
Untitled
Watercolor painting on paper
Unsigned

Carl Zimmerman (Cincinnati, Ohio; 1900-1985)
Untitled, late 20th century
Watercolor painting on paper
Unsigned
Estate stamp embossed to the paper verso
Includes an exhibition catalog from Cincinnati Art Galleries

A watercolor painting on paper by listed artist Carl Zimmerman (Cincinnati, Ohio; 1900-1985). This piece depicts a partially abstracted coastal scene comprised of a rocky territory bordering a calm ocean. The artist’s estate stamp is marked to the verso of the paper. This composition is presented matted and wrapped in acetate. Includes 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

- minor wear along the edges of matting; minor scratches throughout acetate wrapping.

Dimensions

- measures the matting; visible image measures 6.25" W x 4.5" H.

Item #

16CIN997-1295