35: RONALD SLOWINSKI (1932-2023) HOPI FLOWER WATERCOLOR

Ron Slowinski (1932-2023)
Series of 24 in Violet (1974)
Ron Slowinski produced several distinct series of related works during his career.

This work on paper from the artist's Hopi Flower series displays the classic characteristics of one of Ron's most popular series.

Ron Slowinski earned a certificate in painting from the Art Institute of Chicago in 1954 and had his first one person show in 1957 at the famed Wells St. Gallery. This newly established avant-garde exhibition space was founded by, and showcased the works of, some of the city's youngest and most advanced abstractionists of the time. Artists including Robert Natkin and John Chamberlain. Ron considered those post-war years in Chicago, where he worked solely at making art, to be his equivalent of grad school. He would go on to teach at the Kansas City Art Institute for 39 years and participate in more than 60 exhibitions of his work, 25 or more being one person shows.
Sheet measures 22.25 x 29.75 with a framed size of 23.75H x 31W inches.
Very good condition, the full untrimmed sheet, not laid down, no damage, punctures, tears or repair.
Provenance: The Estate of Ronald Slowinski.
$300 - $600