#13 • Peter Max: "Lady in Brown" 1978 Original Signed Lithograph 99/300

Part of Fine Art and Jewelry Extravaganza: Bid on Masterpieces by Vasarely, Erte, Picasso, Max, and More! (timed auction by Lux Auctions)

High bid $375.00

Status: Sold

Category: Art

Holding an orange bouquet, a woman in a brown gown sits viewing a sunset through a paned window in this colorful lithograph by famed artist Peter Max (b. 1937). Signed in pencil, dated 1978, and labeled 99/300 by the artist. The paper has embossed hallmarks in the lower left corner under the mat. Double mat, unframed. Art is hinged to the mat at the top with a single piece of cloth tape. Very good condition, art lies flat. The paper has yellowed over time - color difference noted under the mat. Please see our photos for additional details. Dimensions: Paper Size 21" wide x 26-13/16" tall, Mat Opening 17-3/4" x 23-3/4".  About the artist: A pop culture icon who revolutionized the concept of modern art in the U.S., Peter Max (born Peter Max Finkelstein in 1937) is a graphic artist known for his psychedelic style of painting and use of bright, vibrant colors. Regarded as one of the most popular among all living American artists, he played a significant role in shaping the way contemporary America views art. As a child, he traveled all around the world and lived with his family in China, Tibet, Israel, and Paris before finally settling in the U.S, where he graduated from high school and studied art at the Art Student's League in Brooklyn. In 1961 he established a graphic design studio with friends and found almost overnight success in the design industry. He developed a unique style of art combining antique photographic images, bold colors, and collages. The studio became very popular among business houses and his art was soon appearing on posters and walls of the colleges in the U.S. He incorporated into his paintings elements of astronomy—a science he had a deep love for—and ushered in the ‘Cosmic 60s’ period which was characterized by psychedelic, counter culture imagery. He became very famous for his unique symbolism and expressionism and his art works appeared on several television commercials which made him a national icon. He is a vegetarian and a strong supporter of human and animal rights, and has dedicated several of his paintings to these causes. Peter Max was featured on "The Tonight Show" with Johnny Carson in 1968 and on the cover of Life Magazine in 1969. He has completed paintings and projects of Presidents Ford, Carter, Reagan, Bush Clinton and Obama. His decorative designs have graced a Boeing 777, Dale Earnhardt's #3 Millennium race car, US postage Stamps and 235 US border murals.