Vintage Framed Silkscreen by Thomas Benton


Item Number: 1000

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $1,500

Online Close: Dec 5, 2014 10:00 PM MST

Bid History: 1 bid - Item Sold!

Description

This is a unique one-of-a-kind poster and is truly a part of Aspen and Aspen Education Foundation history. Vintage original Tom Benton framed poster that has Hunter S. Thompson's name and "Aspen Education Research Foundation" below the name.


Also included is a coffeetable book written by D.J. Watkins about Tom Benton.


The framed poster is silk screened and is 26"x20"


Thomas Whelan Benton (1930-2007) was an American artist best known for his political posters and silkscreen artwork. His friendship and collaboration with gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson spanned more than four decades and created or inspired some of Benton's most recognized works, including a series of political posters that combined Benton's art and Thompson's writing.


Benton went on to create campaign posters for more than fifty candidates including George McGovern, Gary Hart and Pitkin County Sheriff Bob Braudis. He also created numerous cause posters for local benefits, non-profits and charitable causes that suited his beliefs. Benton's art continued to evolve throughout his lifetime from political posters to abstract silkscreen prints, monotypes and oil paintings. 

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Donated by Mark and Anne Uhlfelder.