The first: Benjamin J. Betsalel (b. 1981), From Ashes Rose Peace, oil on canvas mural (unframed, with loops for hanging), signed "B. Betsalel 2005 / E. Motlow 2003 [designer for project]" (100 x 71 1/2 in.); the second: Chip Holton (b. 1948), digital towers, watercolor and gouache on paper, signed and titled, unframed (Sheet size 13 1/2 x 11 in.). Also included is the original concept design by Elliott Motlow.

The consignor commissioned both works and they are of similar design, symbolizing a message of peace and catharsis after the September 11th attacks.

Chip Holton is the current artist in residence at the O'Henry Hotel and Proximity Hotels in Greensboro, North Carolina. He has completed numerous public and private works in museums, restaurants, and other venues.
Benjamin Betsalel is an artist working at a crossroads of humanitarian action, climate change, and the human impact of sport. His explorations take form through drawing and painting, themed-based series of portrait happenings, a variety of written communications, and video. Betsalel has lived and worked abroad since 2008, in countries such as Senegal, Ethiopia, Colombia, Switzerland and France. Bringing the creative process into the field, he often works in collaboration, beyond the four walls of a studio.

Canvas rolled with some cracks, scuffs, and stains; drawing in good estate condition with some margin stains.