Framed Etching of a Potted Plant, Abraham P. Hankins
Philadelphia, Pa.
This piece was part of the personal collection of the wife of Abraham Hankins and was acquired through a relationship with the teachers at the Barnes foundation in the early 1970’s. Hankins worked in many mediums and was known for his combination of many mediums in one composition. Often his works reflected the shapes and activities of nature.
Hankins, who was born in Russia in 1895/1896 came to the US via Europe eventually settling in Philadelphia, becoming an artist and educator. His work can be found in the collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, The Barnes Foundation, The Philadelphia Free Library as well as private collectors. His sketches and his writings are part of the Art Archives of the Smithsonian.
Philadelphia, Pa.
This piece was part of the personal collection of the wife of Abraham Hankins and was acquired through a relationship with the teachers at the Barnes foundation in the early 1970’s. Hankins worked in many mediums and was known for his combination of many mediums in one composition. Often his works reflected the shapes and activities of nature.
Hankins, who was born in Russia in 1895/1896 came to the US via Europe eventually settling in Philadelphia, becoming an artist and educator. His work can be found in the collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, The Barnes Foundation, The Philadelphia Free Library as well as private collectors. His sketches and his writings are part of the Art Archives of the Smithsonian.
Philadelphia, Pa.
This piece was part of the personal collection of the wife of Abraham Hankins and was acquired through a relationship with the teachers at the Barnes foundation in the early 1970’s. Hankins worked in many mediums and was known for his combination of many mediums in one composition. Often his works reflected the shapes and activities of nature.
Hankins, who was born in Russia in 1895/1896 came to the US via Europe eventually settling in Philadelphia, becoming an artist and educator. His work can be found in the collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, The Barnes Foundation, The Philadelphia Free Library as well as private collectors. His sketches and his writings are part of the Art Archives of the Smithsonian.
Dimensions:
Image:
W 5 ½”
H 8 ½”
With Wood Frame
W 11 1/8”
H 14 ¾”
Cognition: Excellent
