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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Variations on a Square, sculptural found object collage, 18 3/4"H x 24 1/2"W
    Mar. 22, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Variations on a Square, sculptural found object collage, 18 3/4"H x 24 1/2"W

    Est: $200 - $300

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Variations on a Square sculptural found object collage titled verso.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), found object collage, 1988, mixed media sculpture, 21"H x 21"W
    Mar. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), found object collage, 1988, mixed media sculpture, 21"H x 21"W

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) found object collage, 1988 mixed media sculpture Signed verso. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), found object collage, mixed media sculpture, 21 1/2"H x 21 1/2"W
    Mar. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), found object collage, mixed media sculpture, 21 1/2"H x 21 1/2"W

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) found object collage mixed media sculpture Signed verso.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), #9, found object collage, mixed media sculpture, 24 3/4"H x 18 3/4"W
    Mar. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), #9, found object collage, mixed media sculpture, 24 3/4"H x 18 3/4"W

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) #9, found object collage mixed media sculpture Signed verso. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Me vs Everyone / Holeve vs Huvnut, 1961, colored pencil and graphite on paper / ink on paper, 22"H x 17"W - one
    Mar. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Me vs Everyone / Holeve vs Huvnut, 1961, colored pencil and graphite on paper / ink on paper, 22"H x 17"W - one

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Me vs Everyone / Holeve vs Huvnut, 1961 colored pencil and graphite on paper / ink on paper Holeve vs Huvnut signed and dated lower right.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Hit Art, 1961 / Me Vs. Everyone / Pcrik Vs. Shtic, 1961, ink on paper, 22” x 16 3/4” (one)
    Mar. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Hit Art, 1961 / Me Vs. Everyone / Pcrik Vs. Shtic, 1961, ink on paper, 22” x 16 3/4” (one)

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Hit Art, 1961 / Me Vs. Everyone / Pcrik Vs. Shtic, 1961 ink on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • 2James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18" x 24"
    Mar. 19, 2025

    2James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18" x 24"

    Est: -

    2James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) abstract, 1958 mixed media on paper Signed and dated lower. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18" x 24"
    Mar. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18" x 24"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) abstract, 1958 mixed media on paper Signed and dated lower. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18" x 24"
    Mar. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18" x 24"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) abstract, 1958 mixed media on paper Signed and dated lower. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Hawley 1 / Hawley 3, male nudes, graphite on paper, 23 1/4"H x 29"W
    Feb. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Hawley 1 / Hawley 3, male nudes, graphite on paper, 23 1/4"H x 29"W

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Hawley 1 / Hawley 3, male nudes graphite on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), "The Answer #22", mixed media, 16 1/4"H x 16 1/4"W
    Feb. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), "The Answer #22", mixed media, 16 1/4"H x 16 1/4"W

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) "The Answer #22" mixed media Signed and titled to the verso.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), "The Answer #37", mixed media, 16 1/2"H x 16 1/4"W
    Feb. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), "The Answer #37", mixed media, 16 1/2"H x 16 1/4"W

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    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) "The Answer #37" mixed media Signed to the verso.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Village Romeo and Juliet series no. 1, 8, 2, and 6, 4 blueprints, 22" x 31"
    Feb. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Village Romeo and Juliet series no. 1, 8, 2, and 6, 4 blueprints, 22" x 31"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) A Village Romeo and Juliet series no. 1, 8, 2, and 6 4 blueprints Labeled with the artist's name. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Village Romeo and Juliet, 1947 / abstract, 2 set production blueprints / print, 21 1/2" x 30"
    Feb. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Village Romeo and Juliet, 1947 / abstract, 2 set production blueprints / print, 21 1/2" x 30"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) A Village Romeo and Juliet, 1947 / abstract 2 set production blueprints / print 1 blueprint is labeled with the artist's name. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Kewanna rural landscape with house, 1963 / street scene / rural landscape with barn, ink and wash on paper / ink and watercolor on paper, 8"H x 10 1/2"W(sight), 16"H
    Feb. 19, 2025

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Kewanna rural landscape with house, 1963 / street scene / rural landscape with barn, ink and wash on paper / ink and watercolor on paper, 8"H x 10 1/2"W(sight), 16"H

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Kewanna rural landscape with house, 1963 / street scene / rural landscape with barn ink and wash on paper / ink and watercolor on paper Signed lower.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), 3 abstract compositions, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18” x 24” (largest)
    Dec. 14, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), 3 abstract compositions, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18” x 24” (largest)

    Est: $400 - $600

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) 3 abstract compositions, 1958 mixed media on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media collage, 16 3/4"H x 22 1/4"W(sight), 21 1/2"H x 27 1/4"W(frame)
    Dec. 14, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media collage, 16 3/4"H x 22 1/4"W(sight), 21 1/2"H x 27 1/4"W(frame)

    Est: $200 - $400

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) abstract, 1958 mixed media collage Signed and dated lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18" x 24"
    Dec. 14, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18" x 24"

    Est: $400 - $600

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) abstract, 1958 mixed media on paper Signed and dated lower. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18" x 24"
    Dec. 14, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), abstract, 1958, mixed media on paper, 18" x 24"

    Est: $400 - $600

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) abstract, 1958 mixed media on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana/New York (1915-2000), XMAS, 1963, mixed media, 4 1/2"H x 3 1/4"W (one)
    Dec. 14, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana/New York (1915-2000), XMAS, 1963, mixed media, 4 1/2"H x 3 1/4"W (one)

    Est: $500 - $700

    James Spencer Russell Indiana/New York, (1915-2000) XMAS, 1963 mixed media Signed to one piece on lower right.

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  • James Spencer Russell, , mixed media, 26 1/2"H x 20 1/4"W
    Dec. 14, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, , mixed media, 26 1/2"H x 20 1/4"W

    Est: $500 - $700

    James Spencer Russell mixed media Signed to bottom left.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), mixed media, 21 1/2"H x 21 1/2"W
    Dec. 14, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), mixed media, 21 1/2"H x 21 1/2"W

    Est: $500 - $700

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) mixed media Signed to the verso.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), figural drawing, graphite on paper, 22 3/4"H x 28 3/4"W(sight), 30 1/4"H x 36 1/4"W (frame)
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), figural drawing, graphite on paper, 22 3/4"H x 28 3/4"W(sight), 30 1/4"H x 36 1/4"W (frame)

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) figural drawing graphite on paper Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Chico series, male portrait, graphite on paper, 29" x 23"
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Chico series, male portrait, graphite on paper, 29" x 23"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Chico series, male portrait graphite on paper signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Chico series, 2 male portraits, graphite on paper, 29" x 23"
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Chico series, 2 male portraits, graphite on paper, 29" x 23"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Chico series, 2 male portraits graphite on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Big Hit! Very, Very! / Richie #1, graphite on paper, 23" x 29" (largest)
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Big Hit! Very, Very! / Richie #1, graphite on paper, 23" x 29" (largest)

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) A Big Hit! Very, Very! / Richie #1 graphite on paper Each signed lower right. Larger titled lower left. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Surrection!, self portrait, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Surrection!, self portrait, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Surrection!, self portrait graphite on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), 2 male portraits, graphite on paper, 29" x 23"
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), 2 male portraits, graphite on paper, 29" x 23"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) 2 male portraits graphite on paper Each signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Hawley 1 / Hawley 3, male nudes, graphite on paper, 23 1/4"H x 29"W
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Hawley 1 / Hawley 3, male nudes, graphite on paper, 23 1/4"H x 29"W

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Hawley 1 / Hawley 3, male nudes graphite on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), 3 Wiley Maple baseball scenes, charcoal on paper, 29" x 23"
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), 3 Wiley Maple baseball scenes, charcoal on paper, 29" x 23"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) 3 Wiley Maple baseball scenes charcoal on paper Signed lower. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana / New York (1915-2000), country farmhouse scene / abstract, graphite on paper, 23"H x 29"W (one)
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana / New York (1915-2000), country farmhouse scene / abstract, graphite on paper, 23"H x 29"W (one)

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana / New York, (1915-2000) country farmhouse scene / abstract graphite on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Me vs. Everyone, 1961 / KWAHP vs. PEVOD, 1961 / architectural scene, 1964, conte crayon drawing / ink and graphite on paper / watercolor on paper, 21 3/4"H x 16 3/4"W
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Me vs. Everyone, 1961 / KWAHP vs. PEVOD, 1961 / architectural scene, 1964, conte crayon drawing / ink and graphite on paper / watercolor on paper, 21 3/4"H x 16 3/4"W

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Me vs. Everyone, 1961 / KWAHP vs. PEVOD, 1961 / architectural scene, 1964 conte crayon drawing / ink and graphite on paper / watercolor on paper Signed and dated. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), You've Seen it on TV! Nothing Try it! / tic tac toe, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W (one)
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), You've Seen it on TV! Nothing Try it! / tic tac toe, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W (one)

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) You've Seen it on TV! Nothing Try it! / tic tac toe graphite on paper Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Kodak Film series, graphite on paper, 23"H x 29"W (one)
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Kodak Film series, graphite on paper, 23"H x 29"W (one)

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Kodak Film series graphite on paper Signed. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Jeff, Peace and Love, Adam and Eve / A, 3 prints, 17 1/2" x 22 1/2"
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Jeff, Peace and Love, Adam and Eve / A, 3 prints, 17 1/2" x 22 1/2"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Jeff, Peace and Love, Adam and Eve / A 3 prints One pencil signed. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Jeff, Peace and Love, Adam and Eve series, 3 prints, 22" x 18"
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Jeff, Peace and Love, Adam and Eve series, 3 prints, 22" x 18"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Jeff, Peace and Love, Adam and Eve series 3 prints Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Village Romeo and Juliet series no. 1, 8, 2, and 6, 4 blueprints, 22" x 31"
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Village Romeo and Juliet series no. 1, 8, 2, and 6, 4 blueprints, 22" x 31"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) A Village Romeo and Juliet series no. 1, 8, 2, and 6 4 blueprints Labeled with the artist's name. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Village Romeo and Juliet, 1947 / abstract, 2 set production blueprints / print, 21 1/2" x 30"
    Dec. 04, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Village Romeo and Juliet, 1947 / abstract, 2 set production blueprints / print, 21 1/2" x 30"

    Est: -

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) A Village Romeo and Juliet, 1947 / abstract 2 set production blueprints / print 1 blueprint is labeled with the artist's name. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Big Hit! Very, Very! / Joe Lee Wilson / Jelda- Pant Caudel?, graphite on paper, 23"H x 29"W
    Oct. 09, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), A Big Hit! Very, Very! / Joe Lee Wilson / Jelda- Pant Caudel?, graphite on paper, 23"H x 29"W

    Est: $80 - $120

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) A Big Hit! Very, Very! / Joe Lee Wilson / Jelda- Pant Caudel? graphite on paper Lot of 3 works on paper. Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), The Smiths-Autumn, family portrait, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W
    Oct. 09, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), The Smiths-Autumn, family portrait, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W

    Est: $80 - $120

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) The Smiths-Autumn, family portrait graphite on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Now is the Time / The Fall #1, Foreman vs. Ali, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W (one)
    Oct. 09, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Now is the Time / The Fall #1, Foreman vs. Ali, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W (one)

    Est: $100 - $200

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Now is the Time / The Fall #1, Foreman vs. Ali graphite on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), G.C. Express Wiley Maple baseball scene, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W
    Oct. 09, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), G.C. Express Wiley Maple baseball scene, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W

    Est: $100 - $200

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) G.C. Express Wiley Maple baseball scene graphite on paper Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Jeff, Peace and Love, Adam and Eve, 2 prints, 22 1/2" x 17 1/2"
    Oct. 09, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Jeff, Peace and Love, Adam and Eve, 2 prints, 22 1/2" x 17 1/2"

    Est: $100 - $200

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Jeff, Peace and Love, Adam and Eve 2 prints Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Surrection!, self portrait, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W
    Oct. 09, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Surrection!, self portrait, graphite on paper, 29"H x 23"W

    Est: $200 - $400

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Surrection!, self portrait graphite on paper Signed lower right. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), multi-artist exhibition poster / Me vs. Everyone, collage / conte crayon drawing, 22" x 17" (largest)
    Oct. 09, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), multi-artist exhibition poster / Me vs. Everyone, collage / conte crayon drawing, 22" x 17" (largest)

    Est: $50 - $100

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) multi-artist exhibition poster / Me vs. Everyone collage / conte crayon drawing Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Joe Lee Wilson in color, ink on paper, 29"H x 23"W
    Oct. 05, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Joe Lee Wilson in color, ink on paper, 29"H x 23"W

    Est: $100 - $200

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Joe Lee Wilson in color ink on paper Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Black is Beautiful, graphite on paper, 22 3/4"H x 28 3/4"W(sight), 30 1/4"H x 36 1/4"W (frame)
    Oct. 05, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), Black is Beautiful, graphite on paper, 22 3/4"H x 28 3/4"W(sight), 30 1/4"H x 36 1/4"W (frame)

    Est: $300 - $500

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) Black is Beautiful graphite on paper Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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  • James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), wood composition, H.C.E.: Memory, sculptural found object collage, 21 1/2"H x 21 1/2"W x 6"D
    Oct. 05, 2024

    James Spencer Russell, Indiana, New York (1915-2000), wood composition, H.C.E.: Memory, sculptural found object collage, 21 1/2"H x 21 1/2"W x 6"D

    Est: $200 - $400

    James Spencer Russell Indiana, New York, (1915-2000) wood composition, H.C.E.: Memory sculptural found object collage Label verso. Biography from Indiana State Museum: James Spencer Russell (1915-2000) was born in Monticello, Indiana, but spent much of his life in New York City. He studied with Raymond Johnson at the University of New Mexico where he received his BFA, and with Donald Oenlenger at Yale University where he received his MFA. Russell exhibited his work in New York City with the Ruth White Gallery at 42 East 57th Street. His first one-man exhibition with the gallery, "Constructions", ran from April 21 through May 16, 1964. The exhibition was reviewed in The New York Times by Brian O'Doherty, the preeminent New York art critic of the era. Russell continued to exhibit all across the U.S. from 1961 to the 1990s, and was considered a pioneer of set design for conversion to color television, working at NBC Television in the 1950's. His one-man shows of watercolors and drawings resulted in the inclusion of pieces in the movies Midnight Cowboy and John and Mary. An avid jazz fan, his work was on the cover of Chico Freeman's album titled Chico., and exhibited at the American Federation of the Arts, the Rhode Island School of Design and at Southern Illinois University before he retired to his hometown of Kewanna, Indiana.

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