Carl Zimmerman Ink Sketches

Item Details

Carl Zimmerman (Cincinnati, Ohio, 1900 – 1985)
Untitled, dated mid 20th century
Five ink sketches on paper
Unsigned

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 amounts of toning to the papers.

Dimensions

- measures largest sketch; smallest measures 14" W x 11" H.

Item #

16CIN997-2044