1990's ABSTRACT LANDSCAPE "FALL MIST" W/C L SALANDER Sd Infamous Artist/Dealer

Listed American Artist Lawrence Salander* Signed & Titled, on reverse, this Original Landscape/Skyscape from c. 1990's. It is an Abstract Expressionistic Watercolor on Handmade Deckled (rough edged) Paper, from his estate, and is signed "L SALANDER". It is Titled, "Fall Mist" and depicts, possibly, a reddish hill, rising from a lake, and shrouded in mist or clouds. Both the imagery and the color palette are quite bold. It is also reminiscent of an exploding volcano, but there aren't many of those in upstate New York, where lived. Fascinating image! Paper measures approx. 10 X 14 and is in Very Good condition. Please carefully examine all images for condition Noteworthy: Although his notorious reputation as an INFAMOUS DEALER is well documented, Salander was/is a TALENTED & gifted ARTIST who spared no expense in the materials he used. Owning a Salander encompasses an appreciation for art and the well heeled clientele professional and social circles he walked in. *Lawrence B. Salander (born 1949) is a former New York City art dealer and an artist. His company, the Salander-O'Reilly Galleries, was cited by the Robb Report in 2003 as the best gallery in the world. By late 2007, Salander had been sued by numerous customers and business partners who claimed that Salander and his company had defrauded them. In November 2007, Salander filed for personal bankruptcy, listing John McEnroe among his creditors. At the time, several artists represented by Salander-O'Reilly also claimed to be owed money. As a result of his bankruptcy, Salander and his wife were ordered to relinquish control of their finances to a trustee. In March 2009, Salander was charged with 13 counts of first-degree grand larceny, 10 counts of second-degree grand larceny, and other charges. After posting bail of one million dollars, Salander worked in the Phoenix Art LLC Gallery in Millbrook, New York. The Phoenix Gallery exhibited works of the Hudson River Valley, including canvases by well known artist Ralph Della-Volpe, photographer Annemiek do Gersten, and acclaimed Cuban Outsider artist Corso de Palenzuela. On March 18, 2010 Lawrence Salander pled guilty to 29 felony counts of grand larceny and was sentenced to six to eighteen years in prison. In addition the New York Times reported that Mr. Salander had recently been hospitalized with a stroke. On August 3, 2010, Mr. Salander was sentenced to 6 to 18 years in prison for his crimes. He is currently imprisoned at Rikers Island in New York City. Combined Shipping Discount Policy: 20% off all combinable items. Check out other frame & artwork auctions. You never know what gems you might find!!! No International Shipping. Continental Shipping Only (Contiguous U.S. 48 States). Alaska & Hawaii may increase shipping charge All returns must be pre-approved. Full refund if item is not as described. Apologies but NYS residents must pay 8.875% NYS sales tax. Payment expected 3 days after end of auction or the item will be re-listed. Each & Every Day We Strive for 5 ☆'s. Please contact us if you feel we have not achieved the full 5 ☆'s as 110% Customer Satisfaction is our mission!