JOHN RUTHVEN Artist Proof Framed Art Signed and Numbered 367/750 HOODED MERGANSERS Knob Creek Series Barn wood frame Size 35 3/4 by 25 3/8  - Value $700   

John A Ruthven (1924-2020) Outdoorsman John Ruthven was born in Cincinnati, and his later paintings were inspired by the walks he would take on his property in Georgetown. After serving in the U.S. Navy during WW II, he attended the Cincinnati Art Academy. In 1960, a series of John Ruthven prints became part of the Federal Duck Stamp collection. His detailed images of colorful wildlife became his signature, along with the realism of the landscapes that surrounded them. He was elected in 1966 to the prestigious Society of Animal Artists of New York City. The most popular among John Ruthven's artwork and those that garnered him the most acclaim, are of North American waterfowl.  

Local Pick Up in Cleveland would be best but this item can be packaged and shipped by FED EX. Fed Ex Packing estimate $25 Fed Ex Ground shipping estimate to 90001 LA is $360. Shipping and handling fees will be added to the final winning bid amount after the auction has closed. Item will be shipped via FED EX and billed at standard industry rates, if local pick up is not possible.