Milton Clark Avery (American, 1885-1965) pastel on paper, 'Beach Loungers'. Depicting two women lounging on a golden beach, beach umbrellas in the background at the edge of the ocean. Framed.
Signed lower left. Titled and attributed on reverse. Written on reverse signed and dated as authenticated by his daughter coexecutor of the Milton Avery Estate: "This pastel was done by my father in the late 30s - March Avery Cavanaugh 10/2/69". Includes original documentation. There is an appraisal from Reese Palley / Atlantic City for $9,000 and dated on the back of the document Feb 13, 1976. There is also a certificate from October 29, 1969 saying that ‘Beach Loungers’ pastel is an original work by Milton Avery, signed by Sally M. Avery.

Gallery label verso identifies Gallery Reese Palley in Atlantic City New Jersey. Original price was asking $2,200 with original title 'Beach Loungers'. This work was exhibited in the late 60's and early 70's at Gallery Reese Palley. Gallery Reese Palley handled the living estate of Milton Avery. This particular painting also has additional corroboration on the back. A similar composition in oil recently sold at auction for 1.3 million. 

Provenance, by descent from Milton Avery exhibited Gallery Reece Palley sold to the relative of the current owner. 

Overall Size: 25 1/2 x 20 in. 
Sight Size: 16 1/2 x 10 3/4 in. 
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Artist Biography: Milton Avery (1885–1965) was an influential American modernist painter known for his vibrant use of color and simplified forms. Born in Altmar, New York, Avery moved to Hartford, Connecticut, in 1898 and began his art studies at the Connecticut League of Art Students. He later settled in New York City, where he became a central figure in the American art scene. Avery's work, characterized by a blend of abstraction and representation, often depicted serene landscapes, domestic scenes, and portraits, rendered in flat, bold colors. His unique style influenced subsequent generations of artists, including Mark Rothko and Adolph Gottlieb. Despite initial struggles for recognition, Avery's work eventually gained acclaim, and he is now celebrated for his significant contributions to American modern art.

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