Overview
A striking mid-century modernist painting executed in gouache, capturing a tender maternal scene with a bold, graphic sensibility.
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Preliminary identification
Mid-Century Modernist Gouache, 'Mother and Child' by V. Clauss, 1951
Photo reference
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Story
In 1951, the New York art scene was a boiling pot of social realism and the emerging abstract expressionist movement.
Maker / Origin
While V.
Condition & Value
The painting itself appears well-preserved behind glass, though there is visible water staining on the backing board and some age-toning. Mid-century modernist works by 'niche' artists are currently seeing a resurgence in the interior design market.
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