Lot 560

THOMAS HART BENTON (1889-1975) PENCIL SIGNED LITHOGRAPH

Previous image preload Next image preload

THOMAS HART BENTON (1889-1975) PENCIL SIGNED LITHOGRAPH

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

Starting Bid: $1,000

(0 Bids)

by Soulis Auctions
June 28, 2026 12:00 PM CDT
Live Auction
529 West Lone Jack-Lee’s Summit Rd
Lone Jack, MO, US 64070

Thomas Hart Benton (1889-1975)

Discussion 

1969

The lithograph published by Associated American Artists in an edition of 250 prints is printed on Rives watermarked paper, and signed by the artist in pencil below the image lower right, Fath catalog number 82.

Benton's comments in Fath read: ' In the summer of 1937, Life magazine hired me to report, with drawings, on the famous 'sit down' strikes occurring in the Detroit area at the time. Some newspaper reporters had written of these strikes as if they were the beginnings of revolution. I found neither talk about or desire for revolution, only an itch for more money. The drawing from which this litho was made represents a discussion between a union recruiter and a . worker. The Union boss sits in the background looking on.'

Image measures 9.75 x 12, sheet is 13 x 18, and frame is 17 x 19 inches.

Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions.

We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.

Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

  • Dimensions: Image measures 9.75 x 12, sheet is 13 x 18, and frame is 17 x 19 inches.
  • Medium: Prints
  • Circa: 1969
  • Condition: Very good condition, the full untrimmed sheet with deckle edges, not laid down, no damage, stain, punctures, tears or repair - there is a very pale outline from the current mat visible only outside the mat. Presents very well framed.

Accepted Forms of Payment:

ACH, American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Other, Paypal, Personal Check, Visa, Wire Transfer

Shipping

SHIPPING: After verifying that payment has been made and or all funds have cleared, Dirk Soulis Antiques LLC DBA Soulis Auctions will, as a courtesy to the client, undertake the packing and shipping of most purchases. Large items, Furniture, International Shipments and items deemed excessively fragile by Soulis Auctions may require special handling by a third party. Soulis Auctions will coordinate with the buyer's chosen shipper in these instances and will endeavor to provide as much assistance as possible. The cost for shipping handled in-house starts at $16 per box and or the actual cost of wood crate construction, in addition to the cost of insurance and postage or carrier charges. The cost of crates range by size; the majority fall into the range of $50 to $150.

STORAGE AND CARE: All bidders agree that property left at Soulis Auctions storage facilities more than 30 days past the date of sale becomes the complete and total responsibility of the buyer. Soulis Auctions will in no way be responsible for the safety of said property, Soulis will not reimburse for any damage or loss incurred after the free 30 day storage option offered as a gesture to buyer. Any and all property passes from the care, custody and control of Soulis Auctions to seller on day 31.

LOADING AND DELIVERY - Any assistance provided by anyone associated with Soulis Auctions in loading and or delivery is offered as a courtesy and Soulis will in no way be responsible for damage or loss incurred in loading.

Soulis Auctions

You agree to pay a buyer's premium of 26% and any applicable taxes and shipping.

View full terms and conditions

Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $49 $5
$50 $199 $10
$200 $499 $25
$500 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $200
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $99,999 $2,000
$100,000 + $10,000