JOHN W. GREGORY (American, 1903 - 1992) Original Signed Etching “Manuel Lopez Estate - Provincetown”
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Offered here is a beautiful original signed etching by well-listed artist John Gregory, signed in pencil in the lower right and titled in the lower left. The title is most likely misspelled, and is referring to Manuel Lopes, a name well known in Provincetown. This came from the estate of an avid collector of Provincetown art (see our other listings for more art from this collection). Image measures 4 x 5 inches, and framed measures 9 x 9.75 inches. In good condition,some toning and a bit of foxing, see pics for details. Archivally framed and ready to hang.
Biography:
One of Provincetown’s most colorful and creative artists was artist/photographer John W. Gregory. Born in New York City, he grew up as the son of the city editor for the New York Tribune. After studying with John Sloane at the Art Students League in New York, he took up photography during World War II in Provincetown. Then, in 1944, he and his wife, Adelaide, bought the Seth Nickerson house at 72 Commercial St. It was originally built in 1746 and recognized by many as the oldest house in Provincetown. For over forty years, Gregory gave house tours. Although shy by nature, he became more outgoing with practice. His photographs were published by Time Magazine, the New York Times and the Associated Press. Seven of his photographs are included in the Smithsonian’s permanent collection. His photos capture the stark beauty of the Outer Cape from the haunting limbs of dead tree branches in the sand to “old salts” conversing as their boats sit behind them in the harbor. His landscapes and portraits were done in rich black and white tones. Gregory was especially proud of the fact that his photo of “the oldest house in Provincetown” was part of the Golden Record on board the Voyager 1 spacecraft. According to a Nasa website, the purpose of the Golden Record was to “contain sounds and images selected to portray the diversity of life and culture on Earth.” These appeared on a 12-inch gold-plated copper disk. He also published a retrospective of his photographs in “Provincetown by the Sea.” Appearing in 1992, the book contains around thirty of his best-selling prints. He died at the age of 89 years on July 19, 1982.
Biography:
One of Provincetown’s most colorful and creative artists was artist/photographer John W. Gregory. Born in New York City, he grew up as the son of the city editor for the New York Tribune. After studying with John Sloane at the Art Students League in New York, he took up photography during World War II in Provincetown. Then, in 1944, he and his wife, Adelaide, bought the Seth Nickerson house at 72 Commercial St. It was originally built in 1746 and recognized by many as the oldest house in Provincetown. For over forty years, Gregory gave house tours. Although shy by nature, he became more outgoing with practice. His photographs were published by Time Magazine, the New York Times and the Associated Press. Seven of his photographs are included in the Smithsonian’s permanent collection. His photos capture the stark beauty of the Outer Cape from the haunting limbs of dead tree branches in the sand to “old salts” conversing as their boats sit behind them in the harbor. His landscapes and portraits were done in rich black and white tones. Gregory was especially proud of the fact that his photo of “the oldest house in Provincetown” was part of the Golden Record on board the Voyager 1 spacecraft. According to a Nasa website, the purpose of the Golden Record was to “contain sounds and images selected to portray the diversity of life and culture on Earth.” These appeared on a 12-inch gold-plated copper disk. He also published a retrospective of his photographs in “Provincetown by the Sea.” Appearing in 1992, the book contains around thirty of his best-selling prints. He died at the age of 89 years on July 19, 1982.
Offered here is a beautiful original signed etching by well-listed artist John Gregory, signed in pencil in the lower right and titled in the lower left. The title is most likely misspelled, and is referring to Manuel Lopes, a name well known in Provincetown. This came from the estate of an avid collector of Provincetown art (see our other listings for more art from this collection). Image measures 4 x 5 inches, and framed measures 9 x 9.75 inches. In good condition,some toning and a bit of foxing, see pics for details. Archivally framed and ready to hang.
Biography:
One of Provincetown’s most colorful and creative artists was artist/photographer John W. Gregory. Born in New York City, he grew up as the son of the city editor for the New York Tribune. After studying with John Sloane at the Art Students League in New York, he took up photography during World War II in Provincetown. Then, in 1944, he and his wife, Adelaide, bought the Seth Nickerson house at 72 Commercial St. It was originally built in 1746 and recognized by many as the oldest house in Provincetown. For over forty years, Gregory gave house tours. Although shy by nature, he became more outgoing with practice. His photographs were published by Time Magazine, the New York Times and the Associated Press. Seven of his photographs are included in the Smithsonian’s permanent collection. His photos capture the stark beauty of the Outer Cape from the haunting limbs of dead tree branches in the sand to “old salts” conversing as their boats sit behind them in the harbor. His landscapes and portraits were done in rich black and white tones. Gregory was especially proud of the fact that his photo of “the oldest house in Provincetown” was part of the Golden Record on board the Voyager 1 spacecraft. According to a Nasa website, the purpose of the Golden Record was to “contain sounds and images selected to portray the diversity of life and culture on Earth.” These appeared on a 12-inch gold-plated copper disk. He also published a retrospective of his photographs in “Provincetown by the Sea.” Appearing in 1992, the book contains around thirty of his best-selling prints. He died at the age of 89 years on July 19, 1982.
Biography:
One of Provincetown’s most colorful and creative artists was artist/photographer John W. Gregory. Born in New York City, he grew up as the son of the city editor for the New York Tribune. After studying with John Sloane at the Art Students League in New York, he took up photography during World War II in Provincetown. Then, in 1944, he and his wife, Adelaide, bought the Seth Nickerson house at 72 Commercial St. It was originally built in 1746 and recognized by many as the oldest house in Provincetown. For over forty years, Gregory gave house tours. Although shy by nature, he became more outgoing with practice. His photographs were published by Time Magazine, the New York Times and the Associated Press. Seven of his photographs are included in the Smithsonian’s permanent collection. His photos capture the stark beauty of the Outer Cape from the haunting limbs of dead tree branches in the sand to “old salts” conversing as their boats sit behind them in the harbor. His landscapes and portraits were done in rich black and white tones. Gregory was especially proud of the fact that his photo of “the oldest house in Provincetown” was part of the Golden Record on board the Voyager 1 spacecraft. According to a Nasa website, the purpose of the Golden Record was to “contain sounds and images selected to portray the diversity of life and culture on Earth.” These appeared on a 12-inch gold-plated copper disk. He also published a retrospective of his photographs in “Provincetown by the Sea.” Appearing in 1992, the book contains around thirty of his best-selling prints. He died at the age of 89 years on July 19, 1982.
Offered here is a beautiful original signed etching by well-listed artist John Gregory, signed in pencil in the lower right and titled in the lower left. The title is most likely misspelled, and is referring to Manuel Lopes, a name well known in Provincetown. This came from the estate of an avid collector of Provincetown art (see our other listings for more art from this collection). Image measures 4 x 5 inches, and framed measures 9 x 9.75 inches. In good condition,some toning and a bit of foxing, see pics for details. Archivally framed and ready to hang.
Biography:
One of Provincetown’s most colorful and creative artists was artist/photographer John W. Gregory. Born in New York City, he grew up as the son of the city editor for the New York Tribune. After studying with John Sloane at the Art Students League in New York, he took up photography during World War II in Provincetown. Then, in 1944, he and his wife, Adelaide, bought the Seth Nickerson house at 72 Commercial St. It was originally built in 1746 and recognized by many as the oldest house in Provincetown. For over forty years, Gregory gave house tours. Although shy by nature, he became more outgoing with practice. His photographs were published by Time Magazine, the New York Times and the Associated Press. Seven of his photographs are included in the Smithsonian’s permanent collection. His photos capture the stark beauty of the Outer Cape from the haunting limbs of dead tree branches in the sand to “old salts” conversing as their boats sit behind them in the harbor. His landscapes and portraits were done in rich black and white tones. Gregory was especially proud of the fact that his photo of “the oldest house in Provincetown” was part of the Golden Record on board the Voyager 1 spacecraft. According to a Nasa website, the purpose of the Golden Record was to “contain sounds and images selected to portray the diversity of life and culture on Earth.” These appeared on a 12-inch gold-plated copper disk. He also published a retrospective of his photographs in “Provincetown by the Sea.” Appearing in 1992, the book contains around thirty of his best-selling prints. He died at the age of 89 years on July 19, 1982.
Biography:
One of Provincetown’s most colorful and creative artists was artist/photographer John W. Gregory. Born in New York City, he grew up as the son of the city editor for the New York Tribune. After studying with John Sloane at the Art Students League in New York, he took up photography during World War II in Provincetown. Then, in 1944, he and his wife, Adelaide, bought the Seth Nickerson house at 72 Commercial St. It was originally built in 1746 and recognized by many as the oldest house in Provincetown. For over forty years, Gregory gave house tours. Although shy by nature, he became more outgoing with practice. His photographs were published by Time Magazine, the New York Times and the Associated Press. Seven of his photographs are included in the Smithsonian’s permanent collection. His photos capture the stark beauty of the Outer Cape from the haunting limbs of dead tree branches in the sand to “old salts” conversing as their boats sit behind them in the harbor. His landscapes and portraits were done in rich black and white tones. Gregory was especially proud of the fact that his photo of “the oldest house in Provincetown” was part of the Golden Record on board the Voyager 1 spacecraft. According to a Nasa website, the purpose of the Golden Record was to “contain sounds and images selected to portray the diversity of life and culture on Earth.” These appeared on a 12-inch gold-plated copper disk. He also published a retrospective of his photographs in “Provincetown by the Sea.” Appearing in 1992, the book contains around thirty of his best-selling prints. He died at the age of 89 years on July 19, 1982.