Howard Thomas (NC, 1899 -1971), "Festival 41"

Oil on Masonite, signed at lower right "Howard Thomas," inscribed by the artist on the verso "41 Aug 55," presented in the original frame with linen liner. SS 47.5 x 29.5 in.; DOA 54.25 x 36.25 in.

The 50 year collection of the late Drs. Arnold & Helene Gerall of New Orleans, LA & Chapel Hill, NC Purchased at Leland Little Auctions, Hillsborough, NC (2011) Mead Packaging Collection, Atlanta, Georgia (purchased in 1956) Exhibited: The Mead "Painting of the Year" at the American Federation of Arts, New York, New York, September 1, 1961 - July 30, 1962 (catalogue # 38)

$2,000 - 4,000