Richard Clarke (American/Tennessee, 1923-1997) watercolor painting depicting a winter landscape with tree and fence posts. Signed and dated lower right, "Clarke ''64." Housed under glass in a contemporary wood frame with blue mat. Sight: 17 1/4" H x 22 1/2" W. Frame: 24 7/8" H x 30 7/8" W. Biography: Richard Clarke was one of the early members of the University of Tennessee''s art faculty. He is often associated with the "Knoxville Seven," a group of progressive artists connected to the University of Tennessee which included Robert Birdwell, C. Kermit Ewing, Joanna Higgs, Walter H. Stevens and Carl Sublett. He often found inspiration for his watercolor abstractions in the natural world around him.

CONDITION: Overall very good condition, some toning to paper. Frame with minor abrasions and losses.