GEORGE ALAN SWANSON
1906-1968
CORALSNAKE
watercolor on paper
Caripito, Venezuela
circa 1940
14 ¼ x 11 ⅝ in.
inscribed and signed Caripito, Venezuela / George Swanson, lower right and the reverse stamped PROPERTY OF DR. WILLIAM BEEBE DIRECTOR OF TROPICAL RESEARCH NEW YORK ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY 33 WEST 67TH STREET NEW YORK CITY
Retains rich, vibrant coloration throughout. Areas of light discoloration and minor residue to the background. There are three small pinholes (one along the lower edge and one at each of the upper corners) from previous hanging treatments.