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Group of twenty-four (24) items by or owned by the artist Leo B. Blake (American, 1887-1976). Includes pencil, ink, or gouache drawings on paper, cardstock, or canvasboard depicting harbor scenes, landscapes, and farming scenes, including one (1) titled "Study of a Sailboat Docked" and one (1) winter scene illustration mock-up for "The Capper Foundation for Crippled Children, Topeka Kansas" stamp, designed by Blake. One (1) signed "Leo B. Blake," three (3) with artist's name or studio stamp, and twenty (20) unsigned. "Study of a Sailboat Docked" is matted and housed under plexiglass in a wooden frame, all other items unframed. Framed Study: 8 1/4" H x 11 1/4" W. Unframed items ranging in size from 9" H x 11" W to 16" H x 20" W. Provenance: the estate of Earl and Annette Bruhn of Chicago, close friends of the late artist. Note: three paintings by Blake from the same estate are also being sold in this auction. Biography: Leo B. Blake studied at the Art Institute of Chicago from 1908-1912, and began his career in illustration and commercial art. In 1933, he relocated to New England and set up a studio in the Berkshires, where he focused on painting landscapes and taught classes, including at Williams College (1937-1941) and the Berkshire Museum (1943-1953). Blake was a member of numerous organizations including the Pittsfield Art League (where he served as president), the North Shore Arts Association, the Illinois Academy of Fine Arts, and the American Artists Professional League. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago, the Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts, the Salmagundi Club, and the Berkshire Museum. Condition: All items in overall good condition with light toning. Signed drawing with tears, largest 5/8", to edges of sheet. "Study of a Sailboat Docked" not examined outside of frame.
