"Female Head in Red & Black" by Gertrude Barrer, Amer., (1921-1997)

Gouache & ink on illustration board, 1970's-80's, 7-5/8 x 6-3/4, signed lower left in ink. A lyrical later piece from this important New York and Connecticut painter and illustrator, who also worked in fresco, tile, collage and printmaking. Gertrude Barrer was one of the founding members of the Indian Space Painters group in New York City in the 1940's; along with Will Barnet, Steve Wheeler, Peter Busa, Howard Daum, Ruth Lewin and others. Her work is enjoying renewed attention from historians and collectors and additional works are available. Please Inquire