WXXI Public Broadcasting – 2017 Auction
Auction Ends: May 6, 2017 05:00 PM EDT

Poster Art

Poster: By E. Joseph Fontaine - Formal Garden Scene

Item Number
M2051-7798
Estimated Value
40 USD
Sold
8 USD to aelsci
Number of Bids
1  -  Bid History

Item Description

This lovely poster features a painting by E. Joseph Fontaine. The original painting was in the collection of the Gardner Museum, and is an oil on canvas. It features a formal garden scene with flowers. The poster measures 19" x 25." It is in very good condition. It was printed in the USA in 1993 by the New York Graphic Society. Mr. Gardner is a contemporary American painter. He was active/lived in Massachusetts and is known for town-landscapes and floral outdoor work. His name is synonymous with local landmarks like Newbury Street, Boston Common, the Public Garden, the famous Make Way For Ducklings sculpture, and his most noted subjects, Boston’s beloved Swan Boats. He preferred painting these scenes, always in oil, because, as he told The Providence Journal shortly before his death, “I have to paint the kinds of pictures I enjoy looking at myself.”

Item Special Note

This item is merchandise. For bidders located in New York State, an 8% sales tax will be applied to the winning bid amount. This item can be picked up at WXXI on the publicized open pick-updates or by appointment. All merchandise items must be picked up by July 31, 2017. Alternatively, the winning bidder may contact WXXI to indicate they would like this item shipped. Merchandise will be shipped after the conclusion of the Auction via FedEx Express for an additional fee calculated based on the shipment's size, weight and destination address. To arrange for shipping call the Auction at 585-258-0287 or email auction@wxxi.org; please be prepared to provide your credit card information for shipping charges.

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