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Picked up this fairly large oil (or acrylic) on canvas recently. Clearly signed Bruce Bond. Came in as a consignment to our shop so not dirt cheap. Have found a couple prints by the artist but little to no information. Possibly a Pennsylvania connection which would make sense since this is a coal mine tipple. Based on style and framing maybe 70s-80s. Would appreciate any additional assistance.

 

Nice.

 

Can't really make out the signature very well but did you see this one?

http://www.liveauctionworld.com/Ori...1967-Burl-Ives-16-x-20-Image-size-67_i8918488

 

That looks like a painting done as original art for magazine ads.

 

If Evelyb30 is right, this Bruce Bond is involved in graphic arts. It appeared he studied graphic design in the 1983-1985
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-bond-2888b28

 

That doesn’t match with him painting Burl Ives in 1967. Must be a different painter.

 

Had not seen the portrait. Signature looks the same.

Here is a print I found. Same signature.


http://www.prints.com/prints.php?ar...MIidCb8K3B3gIVghlpCh2N4AfVEAQYASABEgI92vD_BwE

This one is also probably the same artist but can't see signature well enough.



http://www.prints.com/prints.php?ar...MIidCb8K3B3gIVghlpCh2N4AfVEAQYAiABEgL8OvD_BwE

 

You're right. Wrong artist

 

There is a Bruce Bond in the UK that would fit the time frame. No example of his signature that I can see on his website.

https://sites.google.com/site/brucebondpainting/home

This is from a different site I believe about this painter.

Bruce Bond has been painting since 1968. He works mostly in oils on canvas or board. His work includes landscapes, commissioned portraits as well as book jackets. Bruce first exhibited at Bridgwater Arts Centre in 1972. Since then work has been exhibited in: Orion Gallery, Newlyn; Brewhouse Gallery, Taunton; Meeting House Gallery, Ilminster, Pavement Gallery, London; Barbican Gallery, Plymouth. Many of Bruce�s paintings are currently held in private collections in Holland, France, Spain, the Far East and the USA, as well as across the UK. To see a range of paintings from 1968 to the present day just visit the website. If you are interested in commissioning or purchasing work, email or call: 01458 251640 for a studio appointment.
https://www.uksmallbusinessdirectory.co.uk/listing/45329/

 

From the samples of his work, this Bruce Bond is more of an illustrator than a fine artist.

Debora

 

IOW a dead fit for Brad's painting.

 

Signature not the same. See the right edge of the seated man in the green jacket. About a quarter of the way up. Red. Cursive B and no bold N

 

Had already ruled out the UK artist.

 

You know... 'Fisherman' is a "limited edition" print published by Lake & Country Graphics of Delafield, WI. You could always contact them; they'd have to have knowledge of artist.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Bruce-Bond...=true&nordt=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

Here's their D & B contact information.

https://www.dandb.com/businessdirectory/lakecountrygraphics-delafield-wi-25309230.html

Debora

 

Thanks. Will give it a try.

 

In my opinion it is completely different Bruce Bond. Style of industrial painting with signature is differently than this british artist.

https://sites.google.com/site/brucebondpainting/home

 

I know it's been awhile since you were inquiring about Bruce Bond. But have you found any information about this artist? I bought a painting that has to have the same artist as yours. Any information would be great.

 

Have not found anything additional. I still own the painting as part of my personal collection. Would enjoy seeing a picture of yours.

 

Bruce Bond, with this signature in question, was my father. Born in '39, He passed in 1999. He was a commercial and fine artist based in the Milwaukee area from the late 60s through the end of his life. The mid to late 60s art was most likely done while he was in Alaska, I believe is was '66-'68 or so. He did many watercolor paintings, some of which were reproduced for fine art prints. He also worked in acrylic as well as other media. the commercial work he did really ran the gamut from posters for libraries, zoos, restaurants, to artwork for mining companies and auto makers. He did lots of technical drawings in his commercial work. I recall him doing quite a few pieces for mining machine manufacturers, I suspect since many were headquartered in Milwaukee at the time.

 

Welcome to the Forum, Scott!

Thank you for the update and information about your father. I’m sure @verybrad will be happy to hear.