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This listing is for the four original oil paintings that you can see in the photos. All four paintings are signed and I believe that all four are by John Leonard Checkley. My research tells me that they were likely painted in the 1970’s or 1960’s. Each one of the frames measures close to 12? By 14 7/8 inches. Each framed painting weighs close to 1 pound 8.8 ounces. The boards that the paintings are painted on each measure slightly less than 8×10 in. The scenes look like San Franciso to me. The somewhat orange painting of the Golden Gate Bridge is painted on a Fredrix board. The signature is somewhat different in appearance than the signatures on the other three but I believe that it is also by Chekley. I say that because it was with the other three that have similar frames and it has identifying numbers on the reverse like the two of the other three do. The numbers are #973c and H7948. Also, the style is similar to the style of the other three. The painting with what looks like some kind of Chinese establishment has the number 6216 on the reverse. The painting of the Golden Gate does not have a number on the reverse. It is on a Blue Boy board. The painting of what looks like the Coit Tower has the has the number 20751 and a Cory Gallery sticker on the reverse. A biography that I found on the internet reads as follows. He has developed a unique style in acrylics, gaining immediate recognition for himself and winning an enthusiastic following in art circles across the nation. Checkley completed his schooling in New Zealand’s St. Andrews College and went on the major in art at the University of New Zealand. He entered the advertising profession only to have his career interrupted by three years of military service in the Pacific area during World War II. Following the war, he concentrated on graphic arts where his career led him to the U. It was shortly thereafter that John joined Batten, Barton, Durstine and Osborn, one of the world’s great ad agencies in New York City. Checkley held a successful series of one-man shows in NY before moving to San Francisco in 1955. In the City by the Bay, he appeared on numerous media events and conducted classes in painting. Checkley’s art work hangs in numerous private collections and are prominently displayed in the permanent collections of the New York Historical Society and in the Bank of New York. A realist by nature, Checkley interprets the many faces of San Francisco as he sees them. Checkley and his family (wife & two children) lived most of their later years on a houseboat converted from a World War II landing craft — moored in Sausalito, California. John Checkley died in California in 1991. The condition is much like you see it in the photos. Tthe frames are generally all in good to very good condition with a little bit of light scuffing here and there. The painting of Coit Tower has a small spot where there is paint missing and it appears that the board has discolored the paint to the left and right of the of the spot. You can see what I mean and close ups. They do not look dirty to me but the frames and the paintings might benefit from a light cleaning. Otherwise these paintings are fine and as shown my photo should give you a good idea of their general condition. I guarantee this lot to be as described and represented by the photos. The photos are part of the description. Please look at all of them. Please note that the lighting in my photos is uneven and there might be shadows or reflections. The colors on my monitor look close to but not exactly like the actual colors. Different monitors may show different colors. I often say that an item measures or weighs “approximately” or “close to” because no measurements are exact, and some things are difficult to measure. Often, I have a box custom made for items that I do not have a used box for which might result in a short delay. When I use packing peanuts, they are usually made from biodegradable materials.

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Leonard Sussman San Francisco, California, New York City, b. Skylight and Stairwell: Beverley Road, BMT, 1977. Unframed: Matting (Photograph) = 20″ x 15″, Image = 7 1/2″ x 6 3/4″. The print comes from the Subways portfolio published in 1977. The portfolio featured ten photographs and five etchings of New York City. Only 30 numbered and 5 artist-proof portfolios were produced. This piece comes from one of the artist’s proof portfolios. The photograph is pencil signed recto below the print. The photograph is in near-fine condition. The mounting board for the photograph has scattered foxing throughout, see photos. The foxing does not impact the black-and-white image. The overlaying mat board covers the foxing. Let me know if you have any questions or if you would like to see additional photos. Please check out my other signed, limited edition art and books that are for sale.

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This original painting was produced by well-known graphic artist and painter John Leonard Checkley (1922 – 1991), some time in 1960s -1970s. In this acrylic on canvas work, you can see the Golden Gate Bridge from the. Side of San Francisco Bay toward the city of San Francisco in birdeye view. This is a large painting measures 30 1/4″ x 24 1/4″ including the frame and is 1 1/2 deep. This painting has a thin brass frame and is not behind glass. There are no condition issues with the painting; it is in excellent condition. The painting is signed in the lower right. Please see photos for details. Enjoy more photos of this and our other items at. Between the bridge supports you can see the San Francisco skyline. There are the landmarks like the Coit Tower, the. Trans-America Pyramid building and the financial district, large open green area of the Presidio, as well as the Oakland Bay Bridge and rolling hills of Alameda county in the background. Sailboats can be seen heading to and fro while chasing the wind. Painted in the 1960s -1970s, you can see what the city of San Francisco skyline looked like before Silicon Valley and. The painting was done on an overcast day that turned the bay water an aquamarine color of various shades. John Checkley was born in New Zealand, and studied St. Andrews College in Scotland before the outbreak of World War II. After serving his country for 3 years. In the Pacific theater. John moved to New York City. It was there he had a successful. As a graphic artist at a leading advertising company. In 1955 John traveled west when he was invited to create covers for the. Not long after the artist moved to California, he began teaching art classes on station KQED, the # 1 station nationally in educational television. Eventually he retired with his wife to a converted houseboat moored in Sausalito, Ca. The otherside of the Golden Gate Bridge. John spent many years there working on his paintings and sketches. This painting captures John’s personal style with acrylics that has been highly regarded for decades. His mid-20th century impressionist style captures the. In a refreshing and unique style. Checkley’s work hangs in numerous museums and in private collections around the world. This is a rare chance to own a John Checkley mid-century classic work featuring the 1960s skyline of San. Floating between the towering red spans of the. This painting, with its beautiful aquamarine water set against the red bridge, will bring you enjoyment for many years to come! This John Leonard Checkley painting of the. The painting is described as objectively as possible. If an item has a scratch or ding, I will tell you. All pictures are of item to be sent. Please inquire if you have any questions concerning an item. For more mind-boggling deals on. The item “John Leonard Checkley Painting Golden Gate Bridge San Francisco Skyline” is in sale since Saturday, July 11, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Postcards\US States, Cities & Towns\California”. The seller is “eastonattics” and is located in Easton, Maryland. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay, Ukraine, Cayman islands.

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