Description: NICKY WATANABE "Country Fair" Limited Edition Color Serigraph, #28/300 Hand-Signed, and Numbered by the Artist Stamped ‘Gregory Editions” by the Publisher Serigraph Measures Approx: 34" x 28.5" with border, 30" x 24” (Image) List price when published (1989): $995.00 MINT CONDITION. NEVER FRAMED About the Artist: Nicky Watanabe was born in Japan in 1937. Educated there, he graduated college with a degree in Communications. As a result of his initial choice of a career in the television industry, he was sent to the United States to study our production techniques. This experience ultimately led to his decision to relocate to San Francisco in 1972. It was here that Watanabe began painting. Because of his outstanding use of color and unique ability to instill joy in those who viewed his work, his original paintings quickly sold through prestigious galleries in northern California and Hawaii. A master of detail, Watanabe applies a meticulous definition to every face, tree, and snowflake. Using his technique of precisionism, the humor and playfulness evidenced by his work scenes are so charming that the viewer should be prepared for a long, long look, to fully observe all the elements that he has included Watanabe, being greatly influenced by trips to New England, depicts the trains and bridges, churches and silos that he found in the picturesque small towns dotting the countryside. This subject matter creates a delightful adjunct to his style which incorporates within it the subtle influence of his boyhood in Japan. His clouds often sail across the sky like an oriental brush stroke, with kites dancing freely above the hillside. Despite the obvious appeal of Watanabe's choice of subject matter, the depth of this artist's skill should be not be missed because of the allure of his images. As each detail is observed, his work earns respect and admiration, in addition to the appreciation that it generates at first glance. All his nostalgic scenes are such outstanding tributes to the greatness of this country that San Francisco Mayor Art Agnos declared September 16th "Watanabe Day," and the White House selected him to participate in its annual Easter Egg Roll. All his works hold within them a world of fascination for old and young, rich and poor, sophisticated and plain. His limited-edition serigraphs have launched him on the road which has led him to enormous success in the art world today. This can be attributed to the fact that seeing a "Watanabe" is like seeing a small part of Americana, rendered with the craftsmanship, ingenuity, and intelligence of an immensely gifted artist. About Us:We prefer payment by Paypal. Payment is expected within 72 hours of auction closing. We encourage everyone to look, but PLEASE only bid if you intend to complete the purchase. The items will be carefully packed and shipped within the Continental US via USPS Parcel Post, with Insurance and Delivery Confirmation. We are not responsible for any damage that occurs during shipment, however, we will file the paperwork for the Post Office to investigate. Please Note: If you live in Florida, taxes are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility and will be added to the total cost of the item. All items will be shipped within 48 hours of receipt of payment. Please allow 5 to 7 days to receive them.S&H INCLUDES SHIPPING COSTS, INSURANCE, and PACKING MATERIALS. We do not charge for handling and labor.INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: SHIPPING COSTS VARY PER LOCATION. If you have any questions, please inquire before bidding/purchasing through Ebay messaging,SHIPPING DISCOUNT: We will combine shipping for multiple items. If all items can be shipped together in one package and delivered to one address, a one time shipping charge will apply (highest price prevails). RETURNS: Accepted if the item is not as described, and is returned within seven days of receipt. Item must be returned in the same condition as described and shipped by us. We refund the purchase price of the item. Buyer is responsible for the return shipping costs.Thanks for looking.
Price: 234 USD
Location: Miami, Florida
End Time: 2024-12-10T11:17:37.000Z
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Size: Large (up to 60in.)
Region of Origin: California, USA
Artist: Nicky Watanabe
Production Technique: Serigraph
Style: Contemporary Art
Item Height: 34 in
Material: Serigraph & Silkscreen
Theme: Americana
Time Period Produced: 1980-1989
Personalize: No
Type: Seripgraph
Features: Unframed, Signed
Subject: Landscapes
Item Length: 29 in
Year of Production: 1989
Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Date of Creation: 1970-1989
Width (Inches): 28.5
Color: Multi-Color
Height (Inches): 34
Print Surface: Paper