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Painter, b. 1931 - d. 2013

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        • JACK BEAL, SOLZIYENITSYN, SCREENPRINT POSTER
          Oct. 06, 2024

          JACK BEAL, SOLZIYENITSYN, SCREENPRINT POSTER

          Est: $225 - $325

          Artist: Jack Beal, American (1931 - 2013) Title: Solziyenitsyn Year: 1970 Medium: Screenprint Poster Size: 30.5 x 20 in. (77.47 x 50.8 cm)

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        • Jack Beal, Untitled
          Sep. 27, 2024

          Jack Beal, Untitled

          Est: $1,500 - $2,500

          Jack Beal Untitled oil on canvas 24.125 h x 27.125 w in (61 x 69 cm) Signed to lower right 'Jack Beal'. This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

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        • Jack Beal, Untitled
          Sep. 27, 2024

          Jack Beal, Untitled

          Est: $2,000 - $3,000

          Jack Beal Untitled oil on canvas 14.375 h x 14.50 w in (37 x 37 cm) Signed to upper left 'Jack Beal'. This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

          Rago Arts and Auction Center
        • Jack Beal CAVIAR Still Life Etching
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal CAVIAR Still Life Etching

          Est: $100 - $150

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1931-2013) Marking(s); notes: trial proof Materials: etching and aquatint Dimensions (H, W, D): 18.25"h, 15"w sheet Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal STILL LIFE II Lithograph, Signed Edition
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal STILL LIFE II Lithograph, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, blind stamp; AP 4/6; 1978 Country of origin; materials: American; lithograph Dimensions (H, W, D): 22.25"h, 29"w (work is not framed) Additional Information: Lithograph is the second state of "Still Life." Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal CHICAGO Lithograph, 40"W
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal CHICAGO Lithograph, 40"W

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1931-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, blind stamp; edition of 90; 1979 Materials: lithograph Dimensions (H, W, D): 30"h, 40"w (work is not framed) Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York | Private Collection, Lake Worth Beach, Florida.

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        • Jack Beal CAVIAR Still Life Etching, Signed Edition
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal CAVIAR Still Life Etching, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1931-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, blind stamp; AP 8/11 Materials: etching and aquatint Dimensions (H, W, D): 18.25"h, 15"w sheet Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal TRILLIUM Linocut, Signed Edition
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal TRILLIUM Linocut, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; AP X for the edition of 50 Materials: linoleum cut on Umbria Smooth White paper Dimensions (H, W, D): 18.5"h, 15.5"w Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal Self-Portrait Woodcut
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal Self-Portrait Woodcut

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; AP 1/6 Materials: woodcut Dimensions (H, W, D): 15"h, 12.75"w sheet Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal STILL LIFE Lithograph
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal STILL LIFE Lithograph

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1931-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; CTP for Brooke Alexander Materials: lithograp Dimensions (H, W, D): 19"h, 25"w sheet Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal Landscape Etching, Signed Edition
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal Landscape Etching, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, marking(s); ed. 3/10 Materials: etching Dimensions (H, W, D): 11"h, 15"w Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal DOYLE'S GLOVE Lithograph, Signed Edition
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal DOYLE'S GLOVE Lithograph, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, blind stamp; XXXII/XL; 1969 Materials: five-color lithograph on Rives BFK Dimensions (H, W, D): 20"h, 21"w (work is not framed) Additional Information: Lithograph is from the "Six New York Artists" portfolio. Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal OYSTER TEST Lithograph, Signed Edition
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal OYSTER TEST Lithograph, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; ed. 3/14; 1974 Materials: lithograph on ivory wove paper Dimensions (H, W, D): 7"h, 9"w Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal OYSTERS... Lithograph, Signed Edition
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal OYSTERS... Lithograph, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; AP 2/6; 1974 Materials: lithograph Dimensions (H, W, D): 20.25"h, 23.75"w Additional Information: Lithograph is titled "Oysters, Wine and Lemons." Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal TRILLIUM Linocut, Signed Edition
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal TRILLIUM Linocut, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; AP VIII for the edition of 50 Materials: linoleum cut on Umbria Smooth White paper Dimensions (H, W, D): 18.5"h, 15.5"w sheet Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal OYSTER TEST Lithograph
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal OYSTER TEST Lithograph

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; AP 13/14; 1974 Materials: lithograph on ivory wove paper Dimensions (H, W, D): 7"h, 9"w Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal DOYLE'S GLOVE Lithograph
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal DOYLE'S GLOVE Lithograph

          Est: -

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; First Proof; 1969 Materials: five-color lithograph on Rives BFK Dimensions (H, W, D): 20"h, 21"w (work is not framed) Additional Information: Lithograph is from the "Six New York Artists" portfolio. Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal CAVIAR Still Life Etching
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal CAVIAR Still Life Etching

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1931-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, blind stamp; AP 6/11 Materials: etching and aquatint Dimensions (H, W, D): 18.25"h, 15"w sheet Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal WISCONSIN STILL LIFE Lithograph
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal WISCONSIN STILL LIFE Lithograph

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; AP 9/10; 1980 Materials: lithograph on Rives BFK Dimensions (H, W, D): 22"h, 27.5"w (work is not framed) Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal WOMAN WITH FAN Linocut
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal WOMAN WITH FAN Linocut

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; AP 1/6 Materials: linoleum cut Dimensions (H, W, D): 16"h, 14"w sheet Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal Self-Portrait Lithograph
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal Self-Portrait Lithograph

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; Trial; 1974 Materials: lithograph Dimensions (H, W, D): 30"h, 22.5"w Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal STILL LIFE II Lithograph
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal STILL LIFE II Lithograph

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, blind stamp; AP 2/6; 1978 Materials: lithograph Dimensions (H, W, D): 22.25"h, 29"w (work is not framed) Additional Information: Lithograph is the second state of "Still Life." Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal CAVIAR Still Life Etching
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal CAVIAR Still Life Etching

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1931-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, blind stamp; AP 4/11 Materials: etching and aquatint Dimensions (H, W, D): 18.25"h, 15"w sheet Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal Landscape Etching, Signed Edition
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal Landscape Etching, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, marking(s); ed. 4/10 Materials: etching Dimensions (H, W, D): 11"h, 15"w Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal OYSTER TEST Lithograph, Signed Edition
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal OYSTER TEST Lithograph, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; ed. 11/14; 1974 Materials: lithograph on ivory wove paper Dimensions (H, W, D): 7"h, 9"w Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal STILL LIFE II Lithograph
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal STILL LIFE II Lithograph

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, blind stamp; Trial; 1978 Materials: lithograph Dimensions (H, W, D): 22.25"h, 29"w (work is not framed) Additional Information: Lithograph is the second state of "Still Life." Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal Self-Portrait Lithograph
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal Self-Portrait Lithograph

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; Trial; 1974 Materials: lithograph Dimensions (H, W, D): 31.25"h, 22.75"w Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal KIDDO Linocut
          Sep. 12, 2024

          Jack Beal KIDDO Linocut

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1921-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed; AP 2/6 for the edition of 27; 1977-78 Materials: linoleum cut Dimensions (H, W, D): 25"h, 30"w Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal - Wisconsin Still Life - 1977 Lithograph 22" x 27"
          Jul. 18, 2024

          Jack Beal - Wisconsin Still Life - 1977 Lithograph 22" x 27"

          Est: $325 - $400

          "Wisconsin Still Life" by Jack Beal, 1977 Unsigned Lithograph. Paper size is 22 x 27 inches, with an image size of 18 x 24 inches. The Lithograph is from an unknown edition size. and is not framed. The condition was rated A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling. Additional details: Original poster for the Madison Art Center.

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        • JACK BEAL, BLUE CRAB, SCREENPRINT
          Jul. 01, 2024

          JACK BEAL, BLUE CRAB, SCREENPRINT

          Est: $400 - $600

          Artist: Jack Beal, American (1931 - 2013) Title: Blue Crab Year: circa 1975 Medium: Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 52 Image Size: 9 x 12 inches Size: 19 in. x 20 in. (48.26 cm x 50.8 cm) Frame Size: 21 x 22 inches

          RoGallery
        • JACK BEAL, BUDS, SCREENPRINT
          Jul. 01, 2024

          JACK BEAL, BUDS, SCREENPRINT

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          Artist: Jack Beal, American (1931 - 2013) Title: Buds Year: circa 1975 Medium: Screenprint, signed, numbered, and titled in pencil Edition: 50 Size: 31 in. x 41 in. (78.74 cm x 104.14 cm)

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        • Jack Beal - Wisconsin Still Life - 1977 Lithograph 22" x 27"
          Jun. 11, 2024

          Jack Beal - Wisconsin Still Life - 1977 Lithograph 22" x 27"

          Est: $325 - $400

          "Wisconsin Still Life" by Jack Beal, 1977 Unsigned Lithograph. Paper size is 22 x 27 inches, with an image size of 18 x 24 inches. The Lithograph is from an unknown edition size. and is not framed. The condition was rated A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling. Additional details: Original poster for the Madison Art Center.

          DUMBO Auctions
        • Jack Beal, American (1931-2013), Caviar, 1978, etching and aquatint, ed. 7/50
          Jun. 01, 2024

          Jack Beal, American (1931-2013), Caviar, 1978, etching and aquatint, ed. 7/50

          Est: $250 - $350

          Jack Beal American, (1931-2013) Caviar, 1978 etching and aquatint, ed. 7/50 signed, titled, and numbered in pencil lower margin, framed.

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        • JACK BEAL, CHICAGO, SCREENPRINT
          May. 22, 2024

          JACK BEAL, CHICAGO, SCREENPRINT

          Est: $1,500 - $2,500

          Artist: Jack Beal, American (1931 - 2013), Title: Chicago, Year: 1979, Medium: Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 13/90, Size: 30 x 39 in. (76.2 x 99.06 cm)

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        • Jack Beal CONSPIRACY Portfolio Screenprint
          May. 18, 2024

          Jack Beal CONSPIRACY Portfolio Screenprint

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1931-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, blind stamp, marking(s); ed. 69/150; 1971 Materials: lithograph on Arches buff Dimensions (H, W, D): 18"h, 24"w (work is not framed) Additional Information: "Frogs and Toads" is from the "CONSPIRACY: the artist as witness" portfolio. Provenance: Lillian Heidenberg Fine Art, New York, New York." 

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        • Jack Beal CHICAGO Lithograph, 40"W
          May. 18, 2024

          Jack Beal CHICAGO Lithograph, 40"W

          Est: $100 - $200

          Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jack Beal (American, 1931-2013) Marking(s); notes: signed, blind stamp; presentation proof aside from the edition of 90; 1979 Materials: Dimensions (H, W, D): 30"h, 40"w (work is not framed) Additional Information: Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York | Private Collection, Lake Worth Beach, Florida.   This lot is available for truck shipment to points along the I-95 corridor at a flat rate of $300 (including Shipper's full coverage for damage or loss). Flat rate includes first-floor delivery within 50 miles of Interstate 95 (I-95) extending from PBMA in Lake Worth Beach to Massachusetts, including but not limited to Washington (D.C.), Philadelphia (Pennsylvania), New York City (New York), New Haven (Connecticut), Providence (Rhode Island), and Boston (Massachusetts). This flat rate will also be applicable to certain additional areas on shipper's normal routes, including Atlanta (Georgia), the Hamptons (New York), and the Piedmont Triad of Greensboro/High Point/Winston-Salem (North Carolina). If your location is within the general area mentioned and you would like to confirm the flat rate applies or receive a revised quote for your specific needs, please contact Shipper directly: East Coast Express - Nicolas Prechaniuk: 973.803.6059. Shipper is a third-party vendor; payment for their services and any delivery instructions should be directed to them.  PBMA has worked with Shipper for years and has full confidence in them, but Shipper will be solely responsible and insure against any damage or loss.  We will work with Buyer and Shipper to combine shipping for qualifying lots where possible; please inquire to confirm availability of combination shipment and quote. International shipments will be referred to a third-party carrier; please email us if you need assistance. Winning bidders are welcome to use their own shipper if preferred.

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        • Jack Beal - Tulips
          Apr. 29, 2024

          Jack Beal - Tulips

          Est: $50 - $1,000

          Jack Beal - Tulips . Oil on canvas, signed (LR) Sight is 24" x 18" Condition, some scratches to frame

          The Auction Barn
        • Jack Beal - Daisy Poppy and Gladiola
          Apr. 29, 2024

          Jack Beal - Daisy Poppy and Gladiola

          Est: $50 - $1,000

          Jack Beal - Daisy Poppy and Gladiola. Pastel on paper. Signed (LL) Sight is 25" x 19" Condition, good

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        • Jack Beal, Chicago
          Apr. 18, 2024

          Jack Beal, Chicago

          Est: $300 - $500

          Jack Beal Chicago 1979 lithograph in colors on black wove paper 30 h x 39.875 w in (76 x 101 cm) Signed, titled and numbered to lower edge '13/90 Chicago Jack Beal' with blindstamp. This work is number 13 from the edition of 90. This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

          Wright
        • JACK BEAL, BUDS, SCREENPRINT
          Mar. 23, 2024

          JACK BEAL, BUDS, SCREENPRINT

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          Artist: Jack Beal, American (1931 - 2013) Title: Buds Year: circa 1975 Medium: Screenprint, signed, numbered, and titled in pencil Edition: 50 Size: 31 in. x 41 in. (78.74 cm x 104.14 cm)

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        • JACK BEAL, SELF-PORTRAIT, LITHOGRAPH
          Feb. 22, 2024

          JACK BEAL, SELF-PORTRAIT, LITHOGRAPH

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          Artist: Jack Beal, American (1931 - 2013) Title: Self-Portrait Year: 1974 Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 52 Image Size: 27 x 20.5 inches Size: 30 x 22 in. (76.2 x 55.88 cm)

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        • Jack Beal "Caviar" Still Life Etching, Signed Edition
          Nov. 04, 2023

          Jack Beal "Caviar" Still Life Etching, Signed Edition

          Est: $75 - $150

          Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • Jack Beal "Garden" Linoleum Cut, Signed Edition
          Nov. 04, 2023

          Jack Beal "Garden" Linoleum Cut, Signed Edition

          Est: $75 - $150

          Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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        • JACK BEAL, SOLZIYENITSYN, SCREENPRINT POSTER
          Nov. 04, 2023

          JACK BEAL, SOLZIYENITSYN, SCREENPRINT POSTER

          Est: $250 - $350

          Artist: Jack Beal, American (1931 - 2013) Title: Solziyenitsyn Year: 1970 Medium: Screenprint Poster Size: 30.5 x 20 in. (77.47 x 50.8 cm)

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        • Jack Beal, New York, Illinois (1931 - 2013), Trillium, 1977, linocut, 18 1/2"H x 15 1/2"W (sheet)
          Oct. 28, 2023

          Jack Beal, New York, Illinois (1931 - 2013), Trillium, 1977, linocut, 18 1/2"H x 15 1/2"W (sheet)

          Est: $100 - $200

          Jack Beal New York, Illinois, (1931 - 2013) Trillium, 1977 linocut Pencil signed lower right, titled lower center, numbered 19/50 lower left. Biography from the Archives of askART: Following is The New York Times obituary of the artist. Jack Beal, Optimistic New Realist Painter, Dies at 82 By PAUL VITELLO Published: September 7, 2013 Jack Beal, whose pensive nudes, densely detailed still lifes and earnest public murals depicting ancient myths and modern life helped define the New Realism of the 1960s and '70s, a school of figurative painting notable for being unfashionable at the time, died on Aug. 29 in Oneonta, N.Y. He was 82. The cause was kidney failure, said his wife, the artist Sondra Freckelton. Mr. Beal was part of a group of young American artists who rejected the psychologically driven Abstract Expressionist movement of the postwar era in favor of art based on commonly recognizable things and experiences. The new wave included Pop artists like Claes Oldenburg, Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol, who leavened their work with postmodernist humor, and others like Philip Pearlstein, Alfred Leslie and Mr. Beal, whose work was more traditional but no less ambitious. Mr. Beal was known for minutely detailed portraits, landscapes, still lifes and narrative works, like "The History of Labor," a series of four murals he painted from 1974 to 1977 for the Labor Department's headquarters in Washington. Their populist optimism earned Mr. Beal a dubious distinction. The murals established Mr. Beal "as the most important Social Realist to have emerge in American painting since the 1930s," wrote Hilton Kramer, the art critic for The New York Times. "Given the generally low esteem — a disfavor bordering at times on contempt — that the Social Realist impulse has suffered in recent decades, this is not a position likely to be a cause of envy." But the work was good, Mr. Kramer declared in a review in 1977. "The murals abound in visual incident, dramatic shifts of space and light and an unflagging energy," he wrote, describing crowded scenes of neighbors helping neighbors, social workers rescuing children from factory jobs, scientists toiling side by side with laborers for the good of all. The overall effect, he said, was "breathtaking." Mr. Beal seemed not to care if his work was considered corny. "I think that what we have to try to do is to make beautiful paintings about life as we live it," he said in a 1979 interview. Paintings, he said, "could lead people in a better direction." Walter Henry Beal Jr. was born on June 25, 1931, in Richmond, Va. His father, a factory worker, was also known as Jack. His mother was the former Marion Watkins. An only and often sickly child, young Jack took to drawing early and developed his interest while studying biology and anatomy at the Norfolk Division of the College of William and Mary, now known as Old Dominion University. Before earning a degree, he enrolled in the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where he studied with Kathleen Blackshear and was influenced by the work of Arshile Gorky, he told interviewers. The school was where he met Ms. Freckelton, a fellow student. They married in 1955 and moved to New York City in 1957, then to a farm upstate in Oneonta in the 1970s. Mr. Beal's paintings have been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Virginia Museum of Art and the National Portrait Gallery. They can also be seen in the subway. In the late 1990s, Mr. Beal was one of several artists, along with Lichtenstein, Jacob Lawrence and Toby Buonagurio, commissioned by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to produce works for the subway system. He decided on two 7-by-20-foot glass tile mosaic panels portraying the Greek myth of Persephone, the goddess who spends half the year above ground and half in the underworld. The first panel to be completed, titled "The Return of Spring," was installed on the mezzanine of the subway station complex under Times Square three days after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. (The second panel, The Onset of Winter, went up in 2005.) The Return of Spring shows Persephone emerging from a subway exit to buy flowers at a Korean greengrocer's stall.

          Ripley Auctions
        • JACK BEAL (1931-2013) Nude on Chaise with Chair
          Oct. 23, 2023

          JACK BEAL (1931-2013) Nude on Chaise with Chair

          Est: €4,000 - €6,000

          JACK BEAL (1931-2013) Nude on Chaise with Chair 1968 Huile sur toile Olieverf op doek Oil on canvas 190 x 167 cm

          Bonhams
        • JACK BEAL, WISCONSIN, LITHOGRAPH
          Oct. 20, 2023

          JACK BEAL, WISCONSIN, LITHOGRAPH

          Est: $600 - $900

          Artist: Jack Beal, American (1931 - 2013) Title: Wisconsin Year: circa 1975 Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 50, AP 6 Size: 22 in. x 27.5 in. (55.88 cm x 69.85 cm)

          RoGallery
        • Jack Beal "Chicago" Lithograph, Signed Edition
          Oct. 14, 2023

          Jack Beal "Chicago" Lithograph, Signed Edition

          Est: $100 - $200

          Provenance: Brooke Alexander Gallery, New York, New York.

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