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Portrait of a man sitting in a chair.

Portrait of John A. Klise

Identifier
2020.37.2
Date Created
1926
Work Medium
Oil on Canvas
Dimensions
36" x 46"
Historical Context
Klise Manufacturing Company, of Grand Rapids, was founded by John A. Klise in 1910, and is still today, a high-end, custom manufacturer of quality wood products.
Description
Portrait of a man sitting in a chair. He wears a dark suit, white shirt and a red tie.
Credit
Gift of the Grand Rapids Public Museum

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Related Catalog Raisonné:

Portrait of John A. Klise

CR.MJA.MIFP750
Painting Height (Numeric)
46.00
Painting Width (Numeric)
36.00
Painting Year (Numeric)
1926

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