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FRANK VAN SLOUN (California/Minnesota, 1879-1938), Seated nude., Watercolor on paper, 12" x 9". Framed.

FRANK VAN SLOUN California/Minnesota, 1879-1938 Seated nude. Signed lower right "F. Van Sloun".

Frank Van Sloun O/C California Landscape, c. 1930

Frank Van Sloun (California, 1879-1938) oil on canvas California landscape painting, depicting a bird's eye view of buildings on a narrow peninsula, with low mountain rising in the distance. Signed "Von Sloun" lower left. 2 inscriptions en verso on different parts of stretcher: "San Francisco" and "Reyes Park / San Diego" en verso. Sight: 19" H x 15 1/2" W. Frame: 24" H x 20" W. Biography: Minnesota-born Frank Van Sloun was an artist known for diversity in his style and mediums; during his career he used such varied styles as Impressionism, Pointillism, and Realism, and his oeuvre includes oils, pastels, and tempera compositions as well as etchings and monotypes. Van Sloun studied under Robert Henri and at the Chase School. While there, he allied himself with the Society of Independent Artists and helped organize their first exhibition in 1910. He settled in San Francisco in 1911 and taught at the CSFA and UC Berkeley, while also exhibiting at the San Francisco Art Association (SFAA) from 1908-1938. Van Sloun was known for his murals including 12 murals in the State Library and Court Building in Sacramanto.  He died in 1938 after falling in his studio while preparing murals for the Golden Gate International Exposition.  He was a member of the Internationale des Beaux Arts et des Lettres (1909); SFAA; Calif. Society of Etchers; Society of Mural Painters; Carmel Art Association; and the Bohemian Club. He won a bronze medal at the Panama Pacific International Exhibition in 1915. Source: Edan Hughes, "Artists in California, 1786-1940"; American Art Annual 1919-33; California Historical Society Quarterly, winter 1975; Oakland Tribune 8-28-1938 (obituary).

Frank Van Sloun (1879-1938) American, Watercolor

Frank Van Sloun (1879-1938) American, Watercolor. Signed lower right. Depicts a young couple in a bedroom. Overall size: 20 1/2 X 17 1/4 in. Sight size: 10 1/2 X 8 1/4 in. #1621 . Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, in 1879, Frank Van Sloun showed talent and dedication for both arts and sports. After studying at the St. Paul School of Fine Arts, he eventually signed with a professional baseball team, before returning fully to the arts at the age of 22 and joining the Art Students League in New York City. During his career, Van Sloun experimented with a variety of styles and mediums including Impressionism, Realism, Pointillism and pastel, oil, tempera, watercolor, gouache, monotypes and etchings. The artist was also highly respected for his teaching abilities, credited with bringing the credo "art for art's sake" to the San Francisco Bay Area, where he eventually settled. He joined the board of directors of the Bohemian Club and began painting murals throughout the Bay Area. As an exponent of Social Realism under the tutelage of Robert Henri and other members of the Ashcan School, he encouraged his students to develop their own styles, rather than copying him or any of the other “popular” artists of the day. Location Box 8

Frank Joseph Van Sloun (1879-1938): In the Tavern

Frank Joseph Van Sloun 1879-1938 In the Tavern oil on canvas signed and titled to verso

VAN SLOUN, Frank Jospeh (1878-1938).

Artist: Frank Joseph Van Sloun (1878-1938). Title/Description: Two (2) works: "Ann"; and "Expulsion of Adam and Eve." Signature: Signed in pencil l/r, and u/r. Date: 1930s. Medium: A pen monotype, and a sketch (on thin/tracing paper). Size: Sheets 8 1/2in x 10 1/2in; 9 1/2in x 7 1/4in. Condition: The print taped to matte at upper corners; the sketch glued at corners. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE.

VAN SLOUN, Frank Jospeh (1878-1938).

Artist: Frank Joseph Van Sloun (1878-1938). Title/Description: Two (2) works: "For the Costume Party"; and Untitled (Smiling woman in corset). Signature: Both signed in pencil l/r. Date: c. 1930s. Medium: Monotypes. Size: Sheets 7 1/4in x 9 1/2in; and 6 1/2in x 8 3/4in. Condition: The first taped on to matte at upper margin; the other with tear (5in) in right margin, and taped to matte at upper corners. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE.

VAN SLOUN, Frank Jospeh (1878-1938).

Artist: Frank Joseph Van Sloun (1878-1938). Title/Description: Two (2) works: "The Studio"; Untitled (Romantic couple). Signature: Both signed in pencil l/r; the smaller signed/dated in ink verso. Date: 1930s (the smaller dated 1933). Medium: Monotypes; the smaller work on thin/tracing paper. Size: Sheets 10in x 14in; 7 1/2in x 9 1/2in.  Condition: Both taped on to matte at upper margin. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE.

FRANK VAN SLOUN MALE & FEMALE OIL PASTEL ON PAPER

Frank Joseph Van Sloun (1879 - 1938) Male & Female Oil Pastel On Paper. A painter, muralist, etcher and educator, Frank Van Sloun, living in San Francisco, became especially noted for his murals and for being the principal West Coast exponent of Social Realism. Described as being a painter of "contemporary, raw, hearty figure pieces and urban scenes" (Gerdts 282), Van Sloun learned about Social Realism in New York City under the tutelage of Robert Henri and other members of the Ashcan School. During his career, Van Sloun experimented with a variety of styles and mediums including Impressionism, Realism, Pointillism and pastel, oil, tempera, watercolor, gouache, monotypes and etchings. The artist was also highly respected for his teaching abilities, and is credited with bringing the credo "art for art's sake" of his mentor, Robert Henri, to the Bay Area where Van Sloun, like Henri in New York, encouraged students to follow their own inclinations and not copy-cat his methods and subjects. Memberships in California included the San Francisco Art Association, the Carmel Art Association, Bohemian Club, Society of Mural Painters and the California Society of Etchers. Artist: Frank Van Sloun Title: Male & Female Medium: Crayon On Paper Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Left Site Measurement: 13.25x18.5 in. Keywords: Antique, religious, portrait; Ref: DD4016

Gouache, Attributed to Frank Von Sloun

Attributed to Frank Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938), Study for a Music Room: 'Dawn of Creation,' gouache on paper, unsigned, overall (with frame): 11"h x 13"w

Gouache, Attributed to Frank Von Sloun

Attributed to Frank Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938), Study for a Music Room: 'Dawn of Creation,' gouache on paper, unsigned, overall (with frame): 11"h x 13"w

Gouache, Attributed to Frank Von Sloun

Attributed to Frank Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938), Study for a Music Room: 'Dawn of Creation,' gouache on paper, unsigned, overall (with frame): 11"h x 13"w

Frank Van Sloun (1879-1938) Vista 18 x 24in framed 22 x 28in

Frank Van Sloun (1879-1938) Vista signed 'F. Van Sloun' (lower right) and 'Van Sloun' with the artist's monogram and illegible title (on the reverse) oil on canvas 18 x 24in framed 22 x 28in For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website

Four late 19th/early20th century ink drawings by Frank Van Sloun, (1879-1938). Signed lower right.

Frames: 12 ½ inches high x 15 ½, 12 inches high x 13 ¼, 11 inches high x 8 ¾, and 9 inches high x 10 3/4. Images: 3 inches high x 5, 3 ½ inches high x 5 ½, 4 inches high x 5 and 5 ½ inches square. Good condition, Bonhams and Butterfields auction label on reverse of two. Provenance on reverse of one: the estate of the artist John Mawell Desgray, David J. Carlson. Broken glass on one.  

Frank Van Sloun, (1879-1938 San Francisco, CA), "The Lone Tree," 1920, Watercolor and gouache on paper under glass, Sight: 10.25" H x 1

Frank Van Sloun (1879-1938 San Francisco, CA) "The Lone Tree," 1920 Watercolor and gouache on paper under glass Signed and dated lower left: F. Van Sloun, titled on an exhibition label affixed to the backing paper Sight: 10.25" H x 15.5" W Provenance: Mongerson Galleries, Chicago, IL. Exhibitions: San Francisco Museum of Art, San Francisco, CA, 10/5/39, No. 4702.

Frank van Sloun California Impressionist Painting

Exceptional California impressionist painting by Frank van Sloun. Frank van Sloun, (American, 1879-1938(), was a very well-known and highly regarded artist and teacher during his lifetime, known for his depictions of typical Americans in everyday life. This quintessential impressionist painting depicts a group of young people, possible a family, enjoying a picnic in the warm California sun with a blanket laid out at the base of a group of trees with rolling California hills in the background. Frank van Sloun was known for painting in many different styles throughout his career, including impressionism, pointillism, and realism. This work is a fantastic example of his impressionist work. Oil on canvas c1920s Measures 17.5" x 23.5" sight size, and 25.5" x 31.5" x 4" overall. Signed lower right Framed Provenance: from a California estate Excellent condition

Frank Van Sloun (1879 - 1938)

Artist: Frank Van Sloun (1879 - 1938). Title: Female nude. Signature: Lower left. Size: Artwork: 9 1/2 x 6 3/4 inches. Frame: Unframed. Matt- 14 x 9 inches. Condition: Good, some foxing. Created: 19th century. Medium: Ink on paper.  

Frank Van Sloun (1879 - 1938)

Artist: Frank Van Sloun (1879 - 1938). Title: Three portraits of a couple. Signature: Upper left on all three. Size: Artwork: 3 x 4 inches. Frame: One frame 7 1/4 x 8 3/4 inches, two unframed. Condition: Good. Created: Framed work dated 1901. Medium: Ink on paper.  

Frank van Sloun - California Impressionist Oil Painting

California Impressionist Painting Media: Oil on canvas. Title: Untitled - Figures in a sunny California landscape. Date: Early 20th century Measurements: 17.5in. x 23.5in. sight size, and 25.5in. x 31.5in. x 4in. overall. Condition: Good condition. Notes: A wonderful, bright and colorful California painting. Provenance: From a San Francisco Bay Area, CA estate. About the artist: Frank van Sloun, (American 1879-1938), was an American painter, watercolorist, printmaker and educator. He worked for most of his professional career in the San Francisco Bay Area. During his life he exhibited widely. His works are held in many public and private collections.

Frank van Sloun - California Coastal Scene

California Coastal Scene Media: Colored pencil and watercolor on paper. Title: Untitled - California Coast Date: Early 20th century Measurements: 12.25in. x 10in. sight size, and 20in. x 17in. x 1in. overall including framing. Condition: Good condition. Notes: Identified by name plate on frame and style of work. There appears to be a signature lower left. Guaranteed to be as described. Provenance: From a San Francisco, CA estate. About the artist: Frank van Sloun, (American 1879-1938), was an American painter, watercolorist, printmaker and educator. He worked for most of his professional career in the San Francisco Bay Area. During his life he exhibited widely. His works are held in many public and private collections.

Watercolor, Frank Van Sloun

Frank Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938), View of Mount Zion, gouache and watercolor on paper, signed lower right, sight: 9.25"h x 13.25"w, overall (with frame: 18.25"h x 22.25"w

Frank Van Sloun, (1879 - 1938 San Francisco, CA), Indonesian scene with figures, Oil on masonite, 24" H x 13" W

Frank Van Sloun (1879 - 1938 San Francisco, CA) Indonesian scene with figures Oil on masonite Unsigned 24" H x 13" W Notes: Estate stamp signed by John Maxwell Desgray affixed verso.

Frank Van Sloun 5 intaglio

Frank Van Sloun- ''Character Study''; ''Am Old Patriarch''; ''Four Gentlemen - Old Testament''; ''Suzanna and the Elders''; ''Seven Heads - Character Study''- 5 intaglio inspired by Rembrandt, all signed, titled and numbered 60/250 in ink, very good condition. 6 7/8 x 4 7/8''; 3 x 3 7/8''; 3 7/8 x 4 3/4''; 4 3/4 x 6 3/4''; 5 3/8 x 6 7/8''

Frank Van Sloun 5 etchings and aquatints

Frank Van Sloun (American 1879-1938)- ''Character Study''; ''Am Old Patriarch''; ''Four Gentlemen''; ''Suzanna and the Elders''; ''Seven Heads - Character Study''- 5 etchings and aquatints, inspired by Rembrandt, all signed, titled and numbered 60/250 in ink, very good condition, various sizes with largest 5 3/8 x 6 7/8''.

FRANK VAN SLOUN (1879-1938), OIL ON CANVAS

Sight- 18" x 24" Overall- 26" x 32"

Frank Joseph Van Sloun, American (1879-1938), From the Old Testament, monotype, 4 x 4 3/4 inches

Frank Joseph Van Sloun American (1879-1938) From the Old Testament, monotype, signed and titled in pencil lower margin, framed. 4 x 4 3/4 inches

Drawing, Frank Joseph Van Sloun, Nude Female

Frank Joseph Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938), "Nude Female," charcoal drawing, signed lower left, titled verso, overall (with frame): 16.75" x 13"w

Painting, Frank Joseph Van Sloun, The Document, 1936

Frank Joseph Van Sloun (Californian, 1879-1938), "The Document," 1936, oil on paper, signed and dated lower left, title label (Bohemian Club) affixed verso, sight: 5.75"h x 7.5"w, overall (with frame): 12.25"h x 13.5"w.

Frank Van Sloun (American 1879-1938), 'EXPULSION

Frank Van Sloun (American 1879-1938), 'EXPULSION OF ADAM AND EVE' Oil on canvas 91.5 x 81cm Provenance: M H De Young Memorial Museum, San Francisco, a gift from The Skae Fund 1916.

Frank Joseph Van Sloun, American, 1878-1938, Figures in a Landscape, watercolor on paper, 2 1/8 x 3 1/8 in., framed

Frank Joseph Van Sloun American, 1878-1938 Figures in a Landscape watercolor on paper signed "F. Van Sloun" ul 2 1/8 x 3 1/8 in., framed

FRANK JOSEPH VAN SLOUN (AMERICAN, 1879-1938)

FRANK JOSEPH VAN SLOUN (AMERICAN, 1879-1938) SUZANNA AND THE ELDERS; ETCHING; SIGNED, TITLED AND NUMBERED 38/250 IN INK Image 4.8" x 6.8" - 12.2 x 17.3 cm.

Frank Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938) Cypress on the coast 18 x 24in

Cypress on the coast signed 'F. Van Sloun' (lower right) and signed 'Van Sloun' with artist's monogram (on the reverse) oil on canvas 18 x 24in overall: 26 x 32in

Frank Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938) Lot and his daughter 6 x 5in

Lot and his daughter signed 'Frank Van Sloun' (lower right) and titled 'They were the daughters of Lot with child by their father / Gen. Chap. 19; Verse 36' on an old label (on the reverse) oil on board 6 x 5in

Frank Van Sloun (1879-1938 San Francisco, CA)

Eucalyptus trees in a California landscape, signed lower center: F. van Sloun, signed again on paper tape affixed to the board backing, oil on board. Provenance: Private Collection, San Francisco Bay, circa 1950s; given to the present owner from the above

Frank Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938) Untitled (Three figures), 1926 8 1/2 x 10 3/4in

Untitled (Three figures), 1926 unsigned and inscribed '#352 Spring #104' on the reverse and inscribed '#3076 Spring 1926' on backing ink on paper 8 1/2 x 10 3/4in

Frank Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938) Untitled (Nude) 6 3/4 x 12in

Untitled (Nude) signed 'F. Van Sloun' (lower left) ink on paper 6 3/4 x 12in

Frank Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938) Portrait of Mrs. Earl Cummings 72 x 36in

Portrait of Mrs. Earl Cummings signed 'F. Van Sloun' (lower right) oil on canvas 72 x 36in

Frank Joseph Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938)

Frank Joseph Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938) Reclining nude in a landscape; and a companion drawing the first signed and dated 'F. Van Sloun 1921' (lower right) the first gouache on paper the first 11 x 15¾ in. (27.9 x 40 cm.), unframed The first executed in 1921. (2)

Frank Joseph Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938)

Frank Joseph Van Sloun (American, 1879-1938) Reclining nude in a landscape; and a companion drawing the first signed and dated 'F. Van Sloun 1921' (lower right) the first gouache on paper the first 11 x 15¾ in. (27.9 x 40 cm.), unframed The first executed in 1921. (2)

Frank van Sloun (American, 1879-1938)

Adam and Eve in the garden of Eden signed, oil on canvas unframed 91 x 81cm.

Frank van Sloun (American, 1879-1938), The Water's Edge, Signed ""F. van Sloun"" l.l., Condition: Retouched., Oil on board, 9 1/2 x 9

VAN SLOUN, FRANK J. American (1879-1938) Spring Landscape, oil on canvas, 28 x 38, signed lower right. Provenance: Private collection, Virginia. 3000/5000