Modernist Signed Impasto Oil Painting "At the Red Door" by the renowned American Artist Melvin M. Corson (b. 1936) Oil on Board Signed bottom right "Melvin M Corson" and again Signed and Titled on Verso "at the red door" Great Execution - Very Realistic rendering of the details and lighting Very small paint loss bottom left corner, and also some crackling, as typical of impasto paintings Have photoed it under different lighting conditions to try to bring out these surface conditions Measures approx. 16 1/2" x 13 1/3" or 42 cm x 34 cm Ships without frame by Express Priority shipping If Buyer wants it in original Wooden Frame it will have to ship by EMS for a flat cost of $82 because of its size and weight Even then, I bear no responsibility nor any guarantee for the Frame, neither before nor after transit, despite my proper and careful packaging. The frame would come ASIS and is not part of the sale, and should be regarded as a gift. Frame Measures approx. 21" x almost 18" or 53.5 cm x 45.5 cm Materials Medium: Oil on Board The Artist: Gordon Melvin CORSON Born 1936 in Oakland, CA Studies: University San Francisco California College Arts and Crafts University of California Apprenticed to James E Constant, Oakland San Francisco City College Exhibitions: Brandeis University Art Show, San Francisco, 1964-1965 San Francisco Art Festivals, 1966-1971 Jack London Art Shows, Oakland, 1966-1970 Soc Western Artists, de Saisset Art Gallery, Santa Clara, Calif, 1967 Soc Western Artists Nat Cystic Fibrosis Show, San Francisco, 1968 Awards: Best of show, Brandeis University , 1964, first place for mixed media, 1964 third place purchase award, 1965 Works: Oakland Art Museum Richmond Art Center, California Park's Art Gallery, San Jose, California Kaiser Center, Oakland Brandeis University, New York PLEASE BEAR IN MIND that whilst I HAVE DONE MY BEST to give a fair and accurate description of this item, please note that this seller is not an expert in any of the items being offered, therefore all dates and descriptions are only my opinion and should not be taken as statements of fact. All items are sold AS IS and would be buyers should look carefully at the photographs, ask any questions, and assure themselves that they are happy with the item before bidding. All sales are final. If you have any questions about it please Email me and ask before bidding and I will do my best to answer them. Please be fair to me and all sellers and at least give us a chance to fix problems before you leave feedback, make PayPal claims or leave DSR?s. One final word - I want ALL my customers to be satisfied, so if you are not, for ANY reason, please email me before you leave feedback or file a claim and give me a chance to make you satisfied. Return Policy: I have a 3-day Return Policy only for items which have been inaccurately or incorrectly described. Combined Shipping Policy: Combined Shipping I am happy to offer Combined Shipping as follows: Shipping Discounts 1) When purchasing 2-5 items: 10% off on all Shipping Handling. 2) When purchasing 6-10 items: 20% off on all Shipping Handling. I am determined to give a great level of Customer Service. My motto is simple - RELIABILITY! Therefore I would very much appreciate that if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at any time: Cellphone: 972-54-4277084 Fax : 972-3-9607718 International Buyers ? Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. We can not take responsibility for Customs Delays! Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying!