Joseph James Akston (American, 1898-1983). A group of four (4) original paintings, various mediums and surfaces. Includes: two (2) landscapes, both untitled and both oil on panel board, one (1) depicting an abstract ocean marine landscape with sailboat and open sea, and one (1) depicting an abstract figural forest landscape with trees, an architectural element house, and dual figures (neither having frames); one (1) landscape, titled "Sea and Mountain," enamel on board, a seaside landscape with land form and water; and one (1) landscape, titled "Embryos of Complex Life," enamel on masonite board, an abstract figural landscape with figures, sun, and other forms. All having artist signature. Largest measures approximately 11" x 16" x 1" (sight size approximately 5" x 9.25"). Smallest measures approximately 6" x 8" x 1" (unframed). Accompanied by original book "Akston: 25 Creative Years," by Gordon Brown, published circa 1972 by the Norton Gallery (Palm Beach) (96 pp., soft cover). Provenance: Acquired from the artist's estate.

Condition: Good to fair condition having mild to average surface wear. Frames having moderate storage wear to edges and corners. Book having normal to moderate age related wear. Estate fresh to the market.

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