Vintage Signed Ruth Kerkovius Artist Proof Etching Titled "and also the red glasses," Circa 1960s. A stunning etching by the artist, this still life is centered around several serving vessels and vases. Particular attention is paid to the three red glasses, after which the print is titled. The saturated color stands out against the otherwise muted palette of natural and olive tones. Signed in pencil in the lower right and titled at the center border “….'and also the red glasses.’” The lower left notes in pencil, “artist proof.” Titled again on the reverse of the frame, with an applied handwritten label. Framed in original ebonized oak frame with cream mat.

Ruth Kerkovius (1921-2007) was a Latvian born artist known for her printmaking, painting and textile design. She received her early training in Munich, working in theater costume history and design, and painting before emigrating to the US. While in New York, she studied at the Art Students League, the School of Visual Arts, and the Pratt Graphic Art Center under Antonio Frasconi. She continued at Pratt on a fellowship to work under Michael Ponce de Leon. Kerkovius participated in the major juried print shows as well as having several solo exhibitions throughout the United States.

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The print itself is vibrant and clear, with clear signature and title. Very minimal print paper color variation near the edges of the mat. The frame is in excellent condition, with light minor rubbing to corners.

Specs: 20” L | 12 3/4” H | 3/4” Frame Depth

Artwork within mat - 12 3/8” L | 5” H