Lot 719
Space Art, 1997, Alan Bean Original Pencil Sketch for his Painting "Reaching for the Stars" (20x18.5", professionally matted and framed to 27x26") This design was developed for his 18.75x20", acrylic on aircraft plywood painting. This original pencil sketch was made by the artist to refine his perspective for the large mural of similar design done at the Astronaut Hall of Fame in Titusville, FL. The sketch is hand-notated in pencil: Center of Astronaut 17' above floor - 11.5' above eye level. Astronaut right toe to tip of left glove", and "When I transfer this image to the painting, make astronaut bigger so sun will be in original position closer to - and …". There is a separate inscription by the artist: "Final Drawing for "Reaching for the Stars" Alan Bean, April '97, Houston, TX." The artist has signed, in ink, an 8x10" printed explanation of his painting which is contained in a sleeve on the reverse of the sketch. He signed it "Alan Bean, Artist/Moonwalker, Apollo 12". Alan Bean is considered among the foremost artists of Space Art in the US. His works are in museums and important collections throughout the world. This piece is striking and will be an important addition to any collection.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.
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