Lowell Nesbitt "Four Tulips"
This Artwork is:
NEW
Lithograph
Custom Framed in a black frame
Matted in white 
Framed Size : 28" x 35"
Image Size: 21" x 28"
Hanging hardware included on back of frame
Printed & Framed in the USA
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The image/paper shows minor, expected signs of wear or toning due to age, which contribute to its vintage character. The serigraph has vibrant colors- although due to its age is may also be imperfect and may have cracking/scratching-see accompanying photographs. It has been newly and professionally framed, making it ready for display in any space.
Lowell Nesbitt's Tulips
Artist: Lowell Blair Nesbitt (1933–1993) was an American painter and printmaker, known for his distinctive and large-scale botanical works.
Style: While often associated with Photorealism due to his meticulous detail, Nesbitt's work blended realism with his own unique conceptual and stylistic elements.
Significance: His floral paintings, particularly those of tulips, became highly acclaimed, leading to the United States Postal Service issuing four stamps based on his artworks in 1980.
Symbolism: Tulips, in general, carry rich symbolism, often associated with deep love, passion, rebirth, and renewal, with specific colors conveying additional meanings like purity (white), joy (yellow), or romance (red).
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Key Aspects of Lowell Nesbitt's Life and Career:
Early Life and Education: Nesbitt was born in Towson, Maryland. He graduated from Towson High School in 1951, earned his BFA from the Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University in 1955, and studied in London on a fellowship.
Transition to Realism: He initially worked in abstraction but shifted to realism in the early 1960s with encouragement from artist Robert Indiana.
Signature Subject Matter: Though sometimes associated with Photorealism, Nesbitt developed a unique style. He is best known for his large, vibrant paintings of flowers, particularly irises, roses, and lilies, often depicted close-up.
Diverse Themes: His work also encompassed studio interiors, clothing, urban architecture (especially in SoHo), animals, x-ray figures, and computer components.
Notable Achievements:
Nesbitt was the official artist for the NASA Apollo 9 and Apollo 13 missions.
The U.S. Postal Service issued four stamps featuring his floral paintings in 1980.
In 1976, he created a large mural for the U.S. Navy on Treasure Island.
Art World Presence and Legacy: Nesbitt's work was widely exhibited and is held in significant collections, including the Museum of Modern Art, the National Gallery of Art, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. He passed away in New York City in 1993.