Original painting by Henry Miller, watercolor and graphite on handmade paper, 17.75 x 18, depicting a man, a tree, and a goat, with a sun shining in the sky. Signed in ink in the lower center, “Henry Miller 102/63,” likely indicating a date of 1963. In fine condition. this painting was originally acquired from the estate of Tony Curtis.
Miller was a household name when he lived in Big Sur, California and because of his notoriety, the author sold his home in September 1962 and moved to Pacific Palisades where he became friends with actor and fellow artist, Tony Curtis. About this time, he created a number of watercolors which he donated to nonprofit organizations. Over his lifetime, he painted over 2000 watercolors but sold few, preferring to give them to friends or sometimes trade them for food and supplies. Despite his prolific output as an artist, he continues to be best remembered for his novels, including his highly controversial masterpiece, Tropic of Cancer. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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