robert-benney-ny-1904-2001-rose-bampton
Lot 5
Robert Benney (NY, 1904-2001), Rose Bampton
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Oil on board, 1943, inscribed to verso possibly in artist's hand: "Rose Bampton / Painted for RCA Victor / one of a series of portraits of noted musicians / LIFE Magazine / 1943 / Sat. Eve. Post / Robert Benney," in wooden framing.

DOA 16.25 x 17.25 in.

From the Collection of James H. Craig and Randy S. Johnson, Sarasota, Florida

Rose Bampton was a well-known American opera singer who performed in the 1930s and 40s.

Spotting to surface; some retouch; several light scuffs.