Sterling Strauser (Pennsylvania, 1907-1995) oil on board painting depicting the profile of a black cat in repose, facing left towards a vase of multicolored flowers, rendered in a heavy impasto technique, against an off white and brown background. Signed "Strauser" lower right. Lyzon Gallery, Nashville, TN label en verso. Float mounted with a giltwood fillet in a wooden frame with a giltwood trim and faux black leather backing. Sight: 12" H x 24 1/4" W. Framed: 19 3/4" H x 33" W.
Private Nashville estate, purchased Lyzon Gallery, Nashville, c. 1990. Copy of receipt available to the winning bidder.
Condition
Overall very good condition. Frame with minor abrasions.