Contrary to what the Nagel book indicates, (the two images were juxtaposed) this poster was sized at 17x25. The same image was used for 'Standiing Lady', a large ltd. ed. print (37x60). This image has the words "Wasserman Silkscreen" running vertically in the left panel.
Jeff Wasserman, a master serigrapher who came from Gemini G.E.L. (a well respected NY fine art atelier) printed all of the lifetime posters and limited editions, up until 1980-- at which point Sampoer Silkscreen got the job -- and he is probably the finest silk screen printer in America. A very haunting image.
Wassmerman's shop was (and still is) located next door to the shabby chic offices of Mirage Editions down in the industrial disctrict of Santa Monica, CA.
Hand-pulled Serigraph in 11 colors. Printed in 1980 by Wasserman Silkscreen Co., "
This one is from the SIGNED AND NUMBERED EDITION OF 250. It measures 17x25, is offered unframed
This is print isACTUALLY SIGNED BY NAGEL IN PENCIL, rather than the signature having been printed on, which is how many listings on eBay claim to be 'signed' Nagels.
Condition of this print is rated 'good to fine', never framed.
Please note: this serigraph is in much better condition than this rather poor photo would indicate. Take our word for it, this print is a very serious addition to a Nagel print collection. And btw, we sold a another signed erigraphi from this edition just two years ago for over $1,000.
ABOUT THE NAGEL LIMITED EDITION POSTERS
The limited edition POSTERS, only 34 titles in all, were created in extremely small editions sizes. The amounts varied with each image but averaged around 1500 sheets were 'pulled'. plus proofs. There were two 'versions' or what is termed 'states' in the art cmmunity, to each serigraphic poster—one state signed by Nagel in pencil; one state 'signed in screen' or to be exact, unsigned. Usually 250 were signed, 1250 unsigned.
In the world of rare posters, these would be considered posters, even still. The term normally refers to work of art on paper which has some kind of typography on it, what in antique poster terminology is called 'letters'. . Confusing? You bet...for more, visit our Nagel site by clicking here...
A WORD TO THOSE NEW TO NAGEL
You will notice there is huge difference in price on Nagel's work. This is especially true on eBay where you'll see things for as little as $20. These prints are inexpensive, off-set lithographs and in some cases, are copies of famous Nagel images. Some are knock-offs of even the CNs. The 'real' Nagel collectible art, i.e., graphics and posters released during Nagel's life, you rarely see here, but they bring prices in three and four figures. If you'd like to see what a $3,000 Nagel looks like, click here.....
CAVEAT EMPTOR:
Although many of the Nagels you see on eBay are correct, there is also an awful lot of misrepresentation (some of it is admittedly inadvertant) and fraudulent listings. Be careful if you're thinking of spending any serious money. For more on that subject, follow
