277: THOMAS HART BENTON (1889-1975) PENCIL SIGNED LITHO

Thomas Hart Benton (1889-1975)
Letter from Overseas (1943)
The lithograph published by Associated American Artists in an edition of 250 prints is signed by the artist in pencil below the image lower right and listed as Fath catalog number 59.

Benton's comments in Fath read: Drawing made in '43 - then a litho study for light and shade - then a small painting about 10'' by 14'' - the painting in the collection of 'Hildegarde,' the singer.
Image measures 9.25 x 13, sheet is 11 x 15 with a framed size of 24 x 27.5 inches.
Good condition noting trimmed close margins and considerable mat burn, not laid down.
$2,500 - $3,000