GUSTAV MICHELSON. Four landscapes of Maine and California. Tempera on board. Average size 158x197 mm; 6 1/4x7 3/4 inches. All signed E. G. Michelson in image (for his given name Eric Gustavus Michelson), titled on verso. 1930s.
Charming landscapes displaying Michelson's gifts as a fine colorist and draughtsman. Best known for his magazine illustrations, commercial design and Hollywood movie star posters, these personal travel landscapes show another of his talents. "Subhi Khazib Omar Khyam [sic] False Dawn palm Springs 1936" "Near Palm Springs 1936 Daylight - Same scene as False Dawn" Some creasing, wrinkling, and a 1/2-inch short clean tear to lower margin "Turbot's Creek Cape Porpoise, Maine" Inscribed and signed "Eric" by Michelson to friends "Maine Coast 1934." Mounted to paper matte, small pinhole at top.
