Description

“Cliffs of Davenport” Santa Cruz California Landscape in Watercolor on Paper

Detailed, expansive coastal landscape by Harry Federico (American, 1922-2022). The viewer is looking out along the coast, with steep cliffs along the right side. There are cypress trees at the tops of the cliffs. Extending out from the shore are the remnants of an old pier.

Signed “Federico” in the lower left corner.
Artist’s sticker on verso.
Presented in a black aluminum frame with an off-white mat.
Frame size: 14.13″H x 17.13″W
Image size: 10.25″H x 13.13″W

Harry Federico (American, 1922-2022) was born in Denver, Colorado, but lived most of his life in the Santa Cruz and San Jose areas of California. He studied at the University of Washington, but was served during WWII, in the Navy as a Combat Air Crewman. Federico had several successful careers, as a tailor, a life insurance agent, and a financial planner. When he retired, he turned his efforts toward painting, pursuing it for over 20 years. He became notable in the Santa Cruz County area for his detailed watercolors of local scenes.

Selected Shows and Exhibitions:
1998 – Chaminade Resort, Santa Cruz, CA
1998 – Whale Hedge Studio, Davenport, CA
1996 – Bargettos’ Winery, Soquel, CA
1995 – Chaminade Resort, Santa Cruz, CA
1994 – Campus Styling, Santa Cruz, CA
1994 – Hallcrest Vineyards, Felton, CA
1993 – “Local Artist Exhibit” – County Government Center, Santa Cruz, CA
1993 – Court Gallery, Aptos, CASee

Dimensions

17.13ʺW × 0.75ʺD × 14.13ʺH

Styles

Contemporary

Frame Type

Framed

Art Subjects

Seascape

Period

2000 – 2009

Country of Origin

United States

Item Type

Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

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Materials

Watercolor

Condition

Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color

Blue

Condition Notes

Very good condition.Very good condition.