Falter, John Philip (American, 1910-1982), Portrait of Helen Sarah Jackson, late 1920s to early 1930s, oil on canvas affixed to cardboard. Together with a copy of a photo of the artist with the original owner of the piece, as well as a letter from the artist to the original owner. An early example of the painter and illustrator's work, a portrait of his high school classmate, completed during his early college years. Canvas 12.25 x 10 inches, in black plastic frame 12.5 x 12.25 inches. Provenance: The piece was given to the consignor's father, who was a close friend of Falter. Chipped and missing paint near lower areas and edges. Chipped paint reveals another painting beneath. Restoration and overpainting. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .