Mark Coomer Serigraphs of Town Scenes
Item Details
In Plate
A selection of serigraphs by listed artist Mark Coomer (1914 – 2004) of town scenes. These eight prints on canvas board and masonite include famous locations such as Ludwell Paradise Stable, Raleign Tavern Well and the Bracken House. They are presented in Colonial times, while other scenes take place near a harbor, a garden and Creole style buildings. To the lower corners of each composition is an in-plate artist signature, as well as a printed inscription labeling the scene.
Born in Bay City, Michigan, Mark Coomer studied art in Chicago and Detroit before eventually settling in Arizona. He is known for his paintings and serigraphs, often depicting street patioscapes and urban city scenes. Coomer did almost all of his own printing, limiting his editions to 100. His preferred ground for his prints was masonite board, which combined with the permanent nature of his oil-based inks, were advertised as “washable”. Coomer exhibited his paintings and limited edition serigraphs nationally, and many can be found in private collections and institutions including the Chicago Art Institute; Challis Galleries, Laguna Beach, California; and The West and Walter-Bimson Western Art Collection housed at the University of Arizona Museum of Art.
Condition
- light damage to edges and corners; residue and slight abrasion wear to image surface; dusty.
Dimensions
- measures one print.
Item #
17CHI134-094