EARL STALEY (American/Texas b. 1938) A PAINTING, "Peter Marzio," HOUSTON, AUGUST 12, 1987, oil on canvas, signed and dated L/R, "Staley 82," verso titled, dated, signed and placed in pencil, "Peter Marzio © 8.12.87 Staley H.Tx." 23 3/4" x 20" Note: Peter Marzio (1943-2010) served as director of the Houston Museum of Fine Arts from 1982-2010. His direction often focused on public accessibility and emboldening the definition of Fine Art. Provenance: Estate of David E. Brauer, Houston, Texas.

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