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North America, United States, 20th century. Signed "L. Starr" at lower right. An impressive, large-scale watercolor painting depicting Southwest, likely New Mexican, adobe architecture by L. Starr. (probably Lea Starr). The design is based on that of 300 year old mission churches and pueblos, and Starr captures the beauty of its thick adobe walls in shades of cream and soft pink, with flowing contours dramatically lit by the sun and accented by wooden vigas (beams), inviting the viewer to appreciate the elegant simplicity of pueblo architecture and its connection to the earthy. What's more the custom frame with its attractive textured pattern complements the painting perfectly! Size (painting): 27.75" L x 19.75" W (70.5 cm x 50.2 cm) Size (frame): 45.625" L x 35.125" W (115.9 cm x 89.2 cm)

Provenance: ex-private Bishop Family Trust collection, the Trust of the late Bill Bishop, a noted antiquarian with shops in Scottsdale, Arizona and Allenspark, Colorado, USA, acquired before 2010

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#175921

Signed "L. Starr" at lower right. Painting is mounted behind glass in an attractive custom double matte and wooden frame. Some loss to frame finish at lower left. Artwork has not been examined outside the frame but appears to be in excellent condition. Fit with suspension wire.