Lot 248: [ 20th Century Works on Paper ] William J. Bartko (American, Early 20th Century) Desert Trees. Watercolor on paper, framed under glass. Simple

[ 20th Century Works on Paper ] William J. Bartko (American, Early 20th Century) Desert Trees. Watercolor on paper, framed under glass. Simple painting depicts several tall trees standing on a sandy ground and under a clear, blue sky. Signed and dated, 1939, on lower right. Measures apprx 14.25in. H. x 18.25in. W. With simple gold painted frame, entire item measures apprx 15.75in. in. H. x 19.75in. in. W. Bartko was associated with the Desert Art Center in Palm Springs and is listed in several publications.