138: THOMAS HART BENTON (1889-1975) PENCIL SIGNED LITHOGRAPH

Thomas Hart Benton (1889-1975)
Jesse James (1936)
The lithograph from an edition of 100 prints published by Associated American Artists is signed by the artist in pencil below the image lower right, Fath number 13.



Benton's comments in Fath read: 'Also from Mo. State Capitol Mural. The foreground figure was posed by Don James, an actual descendant of the James Clan. This picture shows actions that occurred at different times as if they were simultaneous.'
Image size 16.25 x 21.75, sheet measures 19.75 x 24.25, the frame is 27 x 32.75 inches.
Very good condition, the full untrimmed sheet with four deckle edges, not laid down, no damage, punctures, tears or repair. There is a very pale outline of toning from a previous mat noticeable only outside the mat. Framed to archival standards in acid free mounts.
$10,000 - $15,000