$832
A large, framed serigraphic poster titled "1980 Olympic Moscow Pole Vaulter" by artist LeRoy Neiman (American, 1921-2012). The 1980 serigraph features a pole vaulter arched over the high bar with a grandstand in the distance. The limited edition print has a handwritten number "29/300" in the bottom left border along with an embossed Styria Studio mark and is signed by Neiman in pencil at bottom right. The 1980 Moscow Summer Olympics became controversial when the United States led 65 countries to boycott the games because of the Soviet war in Afghanistan. Affixed to the back of the frame is a certificate of authenticity from Vladimir Arts. 54 by 32 1/2 inches, overall PROVENANCE From the Collection of the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop EST. $1000- 2000 Categories: LeRoy Neiman
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2014-11-17
