40 ORIGINAL WORKS ON PAPER BY BLANCHE BERNSTEIN C. 1950'S. Comprising over 36 individual original works on paper by American artist Blanche Bernstein (1907-1998). Comprising mostly pastels on paper some loose and some mounted on card stock depicting circus figures, animals and related subjects. Including over 20 works mounted on 24 inches x 18 inches card stock, and 6 or more mounted on 36 inches x 24 inches card stock as well as loose examples measuring approximately 20 inches x 28 inches. The majority are rendered in pastel some with ink. A good many have extensive notations on verso including in some cases the figures depicted or the title, most if not all related to the Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus. None framed and in various states of condition. (Count 40+) Provenance: The estate of the artist. Known for her behind-the-scene paintings of Ringling Brothers circus figures, animals and clowns, Blanche Bernstein was born in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1907. She studied at Butler University where she earned a BA degree, at Johns Hopkins University, and in Indianapolis at Circle Art Academy and Taflinger Art School. In New York, she attended the Art Students League, Columbia University, and New York University where she received an MA degree. In the late 1950's, Bernstein painted in California along the Barbary Coast, and she also operated The Sisters Arts Gallery in Greenwich Village with her sister Elizabeth Yakovlev. Blanche died in Des Moines, Iowa on February 14, 1998. Important Notice: The absence of condition information in the description does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition, a condition report is available by request. SHIPPING NOTICE: Jackson's is your sole and only source for one stop packing and shipping. With over 50 years of experience, our professional, affordable and efficient in-house shipping department will be happy to provide you a fair and reasonable shipping quote on this lot. Simply email us before the auction for a quick quote: shipping@jacksonsauction.com or call 1-800-665-6743. Jackson's can expertly pack and ship to meet any of your needs. To ensure quality control Jackson's DOES NOT release to third party shippers.