About "Wasserman Silkscreen Co."
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.
Wasserman Silkscreen 1980;
The complete tirage was: 250 s/n; 1000 Signed-in-Screen; 20 Artist's Proofs; 6 Printer's Proofs; and 6 doubles (s/n). All are 17 x 25"
A Hand-pulled Serigraph in 11 colors. Printed in 1980 by Wasserman Silkscreen Co.
Wasserman blind chop on bottom. The soft pink ink of the model's robe has faded to a soft apricot/buttercream. Like watercolors, pink serigraph inks fade over time. All other colors are fresh and clean. Excellent condition. This is print is ACTUALLY SIGNED BY NAGEL in pencil, rather than the signature having been printed on, which is how many sellers claim to have 'signed' Nagels. Condition of this print is excellent and would be rated: 'Fine'..
Condition of this print is rated 'fine'.
Please note: We apologize for the quality of this photograph. The print is stunning in person! This print is a serious early example of Pat's talent, and a worthy addition to a Nagel print collection.
