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b. 1919 - d. 2008

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      • Carl Sublett Watercolor Coastal Scene with Sailboats
        Jul. 07, 2024

        Carl Sublett Watercolor Coastal Scene with Sailboats

        Est: $400 - $450

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) impressionist watercolor on paper coastal scene, depicting a verdant shoreline with sailboats in the distance. Signed and dated '68 lower right. Housed in a gilt wood frame. Sight: 16-1/2" H x 22" W, Frame: 23-7/8" H x 29" W. Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy after World War II, and became Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and the Cheekwood Museum of Art, Nashville. PROVENANCE: Private Knoxville, Tennessee collection.

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      • Large Abstract Watercolor by Carl Sublett
        Jul. 06, 2024

        Large Abstract Watercolor by Carl Sublett

        Est: $700 - $800

        Large Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) abstract expressionist watercolor on paper depicting a sailing vessel, rendered in colors of red, blue, and gold on a white ground. Signed lower right. Float mounted on white board and housed in a gilt and ebonized wood frame. Watercolor: 30" H x 40" W. Framed: 38 1/4" H x 47 3/4" W. Note: This painting was part of the 1991 "The Unseen Carl Sublett" exhibition at the Knoxville Museum of Art. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, "The Knoxville Seven," a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission). PROVENANCE: The living estate of Dr. Jerry Waters, Maryville, TN.

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      • CARL SUBLETT (TN,ME/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Apr. 19, 2024

        CARL SUBLETT (TN,ME/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $600 - $800

        CARL SUBLETT (TN,ME/ITALY, 1919-2008) Lighthouse Foundation, Port Clyde, Maine, watercolor on paper, signed lower right and dated "82, in birch bullnose frame, floated on backing board under UV Glass, OS: 26" x 33 1/2", sheet size: 21 3/4" x 29 1/2". Good condition.

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      • Carl Sublett
        Apr. 11, 2024

        Carl Sublett

        Est: $1,000 - $1,500

        (American/Tennessee, 1919-2008) Crucifix, 1959, signed lower left "Sublett", inscribed verso "Carl Sublett Knoxville", oil on canvas, 50-1/2 x 40 in.; wood frame, 53-1/2 x 43-1/4 in. Provenance: Property of a Southern Museum sold to benefit the Acquisition Fund

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      • Carl Sublett O/C Abstract Painting, Composition Sunset, 1963
        Jan. 28, 2024

        Carl Sublett O/C Abstract Painting, Composition Sunset, 1963

        Est: $500 - $600

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) abstract expressionist oil on canvas titled "Composition Sunset" rendered in shades of red, orange, black, and white. Titled on label, en verso. Signed and dated '63 Sublett' lower right. Housed and matted in a gilt wood frame. Sight: 15 1/2" H x 19 1/2" W. Frame: 20 1/4" H x 24 1/4" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, "The Knoxville Seven," a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Abstract Painting, "Inside Out"
        Jan. 27, 2024

        Carl Sublett W/C Abstract Painting, "Inside Out"

        Est: $600 - $800

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper linear abstract painting titled "Inside Out", rendered in shades of black, blue, and pale gray. Collector's Gallery, Nashville, TN label with The Framework, Nashville, TN black ink stamp, en verso. Signed and dated "75 Sublett" lower right. Double matted under glass in a silvered wood frame. Sight: 17" H x 23 1/2" W. Framed: 25 3/4" H x 31 3/4" W. Note: This lot comes with an exhibition book titled Carl Sublett, published by the Tennessee State Museum for the February 15 - May 6, 1984 exhibition of his works. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, "The Knoxville Seven," a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Large Carl Sublett Oil on Canvas Abstract, ex- Senator Howard Baker, Jr. Collection
        Jan. 27, 2024

        Large Carl Sublett Oil on Canvas Abstract, ex- Senator Howard Baker, Jr. Collection

        Est: $1,000 - $1,200

        Very large Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) oil on canvas abstract painting rendered in earthtone colors, with a horizontal band of expressionist textured and impasto dark tones across the top third of the painting with additional textural elements throughout. Signed and dated " '61 Sublett" lower right. Additionally signed en verso on the stretcher with other inscriptions. Housed in a gilt wood frame with black liner. Sight: 39 1/2" H x 49 3/8" W. Framed: 43" H x 53 1/2" W. Ex- TN Senator Howard & Joy Baker, Jr. collection. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, "The Knoxville Seven," a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • 7 Carl Sublett Sketches of Historic Knoxville Buildings
        Jan. 27, 2024

        7 Carl Sublett Sketches of Historic Knoxville Buildings

        Est: $500 - $600

        Seven (7) Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) architectural ink on paper sketches or drawings depicting historic Knoxville houses, rendered in sepia tones. All titled, signed, and dated between 1964-1965. Six additionally signed and titled in pencil en verso. Depicted buildings include Blount Mansion, L&N Station, Bell House School, and houses on Clinch Ave, Cumberland Ave, Temple Rd, and North Central St. Ranging from 10 3/4" H x 14" W to 13 1/2" H x 16" W.

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      • Carl Sublett New England Watercolor, Herring Gut Landing, Port Clyde, ME
        Oct. 07, 2023

        Carl Sublett New England Watercolor, Herring Gut Landing, Port Clyde, ME

        Est: $400 - $450

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper Maine landscape painting depicting the harbor at Herring Gut, Port Clyde, in shades of brown and blue. Signed "Sublett," lower right. Inscribed lower right, under mat, "Herring Gut Landing" and en verso "Herring Gut Landing, / W.C. on d'Arches Paper / By Carl Sublett / (Port Clyde, Maine, 1973)." Housed under glass in a speckled silver wood frame with tan mat. Sight: 17" H x 23" W. 25 1/4" H x 31" W. Note: N.C. Wyeth depicted this same location in a painting in the collection of The Brandywine Museum of Art. N.C. was the father of Andrew Wyeth, a noted influence on Sublett. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, "The Knoxville Seven," a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission)

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      • Carl Sublett Watercolor Painting, Punt
        Oct. 07, 2023

        Carl Sublett Watercolor Painting, Punt

        Est: $400 - $450

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper depicting a small boat, or punt, on a shore, in shades of brown and blue. Likely set in Port Clyde, Maine. Signed "Sublett," lower right. Housed under glass in a speckled silver wood frame with tan mat. Sight:16 "H x 22 3/4" W. Frame: 24 1/4" H x 30 1/4" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, "The Knoxville Seven," a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • 3 Carl Sublett Architectural Watercolors of Historic Knoxville Houses
        Oct. 07, 2023

        3 Carl Sublett Architectural Watercolors of Historic Knoxville Houses

        Est: $500 - $550

        Group of three (3) Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) architectural watercolor paintings on paper depicting three historic Knoxville houses, all rendered in sepia tones, titled, signed, and dated '64. One depicts a home on Clinch Avenue SW, one depicts a rear view of the Colonel James Van Deventer House and the other depicts a House on Circle Park. All housed in matching wood and gilt frames with white mattes. Clinch Avenue painting measures: Sight: 15 1/2" "H x13 " W. Framed: 23 1/2" H x 20 1/2" W. The other paintings measure: Sight: 13 1/4" H x 15 3/4" W. Framed: 21 1/4" H x 23 1/2" W. Note: After 1908, the Colonel James Van Deventer house was used by The University of Tennessee as its Faculty Club, and was razed in the 1980's to allow for the construction of Hodges Library. The houses on Circle Park were razed in the mid-1960's to allow for the expansion of the University of TN campus. The "tower" house is still standing on Clinch Avenue.

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      • Carl Sublett Drawing, Couple w/ Gazebo
        Oct. 06, 2023

        Carl Sublett Drawing, Couple w/ Gazebo

        Est: $200 - $250

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) graphite and ink on paper drawing depicting a couple in early 20th century clothing standing before a gazebo. Dated and signed "70/Sublett" lower right. Housed and matted under glass in a giltwood frame. Sight: 19" square. Framed: 29" H x 27" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy after World War II, and became Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood Museum of Art, Nashville.

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      • Carl Sublett Watercolor, Boat & House, 1968
        Oct. 06, 2023

        Carl Sublett Watercolor, Boat & House, 1968

        Est: $350 - $450

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) modernist watercolor on paper depicting a small boat before a house, likely set in Port Clyde, Maine. Signed "68 Sublett," lower right. With 1985 Knoxville Journal article on Sublett affixed to backing. Housed under glass in a stained wood frame with tan mat. Sight: 16 1/4" H x 9 1/2" W. Frame: 25 3/4" H x 19 " W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, "The Knoxville Seven," a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission)

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      • CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 27, 2023

        CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $1,000 - $1,500

        "Port Clyde Light", 1987, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, titled and dated verso, in a gilt box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 25 1/2" x 31", SS: 17 1/2" x 23 1/4", fine condition. From the Haynes Collection

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      • CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 27, 2023

        CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $1,000 - $1,500

        "Spruce Head", watercolor on paper, signed and titled lower right, in a birch box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 30 1/2" x 37 3/4", SS: 21 1/2" x 29", fine condition. From the Haynes Collection

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      • CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 27, 2023

        CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $1,000 - $1,500

        "Shore House", watercolor on paper, signed lower right, in a birch box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 38" x 29", SS: 29" x 20 3/4", good condition. From the Haynes Collection

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      • CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 27, 2023

        CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $800 - $1,000

        "Rockland Breakwater Light, 1881-1899", lithograph, pencil signed and dated 2003, numbered 51/200, in burled mahogany frame, under glass, OS: 25 3/4" x 31", SS: 17 1/2" x 23 1/4". Depicting the Midcoast Maine landmark.

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Expressionist Landscape, Storm Over a Coastline
        Jul. 09, 2023

        Carl Sublett W/C Expressionist Landscape, Storm Over a Coastline

        Est: $400 - $450

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper abstract expressionist landscape painting possibly depicting a coastline on a rainy day under a stormy sky. Signed and dated "66 Sublett" lower right. Housed and matted in a white wormy wood frame under glass. Sight: 17" H x 22 1/4" W. Framed: 27" H x 31" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, "The Knoxville Seven," a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Abstract Expressionist Painting, Stone Series '73
        Jul. 09, 2023

        Carl Sublett W/C Abstract Expressionist Painting, Stone Series '73

        Est: $500 - $600

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) abstract expressionist watercolor on paper painting titled "Stone Series" depicting a close-up view of textured rock formations. Signed and dated "'73 Sublett" lower right. Titled on label, en verso. Housed and float mounted in a custom chrome frame under glass. Sight: 22 1/2" H x 26" W. Framed: 24 1/4" H x 28 1/4" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Jul. 09, 2023

        CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $800 - $1,000

        "Clyde Islands Beyond Port Clyde, Maine", watercolor on paper, signed lower left, dated '07; signed, titled and dated verso. In gold cove frame, matted under plexi, OS: 18 1/2" x 22", SS: 11 3/4" x 15 1/2".

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      • Carl Sublett Watercolor Expressionist Mountain Range Landscape Painting
        Jul. 08, 2023

        Carl Sublett Watercolor Expressionist Mountain Range Landscape Painting

        Est: $400 - $450

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper Expressionist landscape painting depicting a mud-colored mountain range, possibly the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, sparsely covered with snow or fog under a dark gray sky. Dated and signed "'61 Sublett" lower right. Housed and double-matted under glass in an ebonized wooden frame. Sight: 11 1/8" H x 15 1/4" W. Framed: 19 1/4" H x 23 3/4" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Carl Sublett Smoky Mountain Landscape Painting, Horizon
        Jul. 08, 2023

        Carl Sublett Smoky Mountain Landscape Painting, Horizon

        Est: $500 - $550

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) expressionist watercolor painting titled "Horizon-Smokey Mountains" depicting a large barren tree shaft adjacent to another tree with verdant foliage and rocky terrain in the foreground, and the Smoky Mountain National Park horizon line visible in the background Signed "Sublett' lower right. Titled en verso. Housed and double matted in a giltwood frame under glass. Sight: 23" H x 16 1/2" W. Framed: 29 1/2" H x 23 1/2" W.

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      • Large Carl Sublett O/C Abstract Painting, Winter Forms, 1972, Exhibited
        Jul. 08, 2023

        Large Carl Sublett O/C Abstract Painting, Winter Forms, 1972, Exhibited

        Est: $1,000 - $1,200

        Large Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) abstract oil on canvas painting titled " Winter Forms" depicting two vertical grey forms, resembling trees, against a background with two semicircular shapes facing upward, etched lines throughout, rendered in neutral shades of white, blue, and grey. Signed and numbered "Sublett 3/68" lower right corner. Titled en verso of stretcher. Exhibition plaque with title, provenance, and date "1972" affixed en verso. Housed in a contemporary metallic frame. Sight: 40" H x 40" W. Framed: 40 1/2" H x 40 1/2" W. Note: This work was exhibited in the Carl Sublett Exhibition at the Tennessee State Museum, Nashville, TN from February 15th- May 6, 1984. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, "The Knoxville Seven," a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • CARL SUBLETT WATERCOLOR, EXPRESSIONIST COASTAL SCENE
        Jan. 28, 2023

        CARL SUBLETT WATERCOLOR, EXPRESSIONIST COASTAL SCENE

        Est: $400 - $450

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) expressionist watercolor painting of tumultuous waves crashing against a rocky shore. Dated and signed "62 Sublett" lower left. Housed and matted under glass in a wooden frame. Sight: 16 3/4" H x 22 1/2" W. Framed: 25 1/2" H x 31 1/2" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, "The Knoxville Seven," a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • CARL SUBLETT W/C ABSTRACT COASTAL LANDSCAPE
        Jan. 28, 2023

        CARL SUBLETT W/C ABSTRACT COASTAL LANDSCAPE

        Est: $500 - $600

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) large expressionist watercolor on paper landscape painting depicting a seascape with rocks along the shore of a beach under a cloudy grey sky. Signed and dated "Sublett 76" lower right corner. Blind stamp for Strathmore Paper, lower left. Inscribed "Alvin H Nielsen From Carl Sublett - June 1977" en verso. Housed in a contemporary metallic frame under glass. Sight: 27 1/2" H x 25 1/2" W. Framed: 30 3/4" H x 38 1/2" W. Note: This work was purchased by the consigner from the collection of Alvin H. Nielsen. Additional information about the artist, Nielsen family, and their collection is included with the purchase of this work.

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Painting, Gazebo in Port Clyde, ME
        Oct. 08, 2022

        Carl Sublett W/C Painting, Gazebo in Port Clyde, ME

        Est: $400 - $500

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper painting depicting a white gazebo surrounded by architecture and green foliage under a blue sky, possibly in Port Clyde, Maine. Signed and dated "'85 Sublett" lower right, and illegibly titled below. Housed and double matted under glass in a contemporary metallic frame. Sight: 17 3/4" H x 23 1/4" W. Framed: 27 1/4" H x 32 1/2" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching, and, in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • CARL SUBLETT (TN, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 28, 2022

        CARL SUBLETT (TN, 1919-2008)

        Est: $800 - $1,200

        "Port Clyde, Me.", mixed media on paper, inscribed with location, depicting a generational homestead under snow, illegibly signed and dated '66 lower right, in a modern mahogany frame, matted and glazed, OS: 19" x 30", SS: 11 1/2" x 21 1/2", rippled.

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      • CARL SUBLETT (TN,ME/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 28, 2022

        CARL SUBLETT (TN,ME/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        Lighthouse Foundation, Port Clyde, Maine, watercolor on paper, signed lower right and dated '82, in birch bullnose frame, floated on backing board under UV Glass, OS: 26" x 33 1/2", sheet size: 21 3/4" x 29 1/2". Good condition.

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      • CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 28, 2022

        CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        "Shore House", watercolor on paper, signed lower right, in a birch box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 38" x 29", SS: 29" x 20 3/4", good condition.

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      • CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 28, 2022

        CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        Gabled Victorian Country House, watercolor on paper, signed lower right and with artist's corner embossing, gold cove frame, floated over board, matted under UV plexiglass, OS: 35 1/2" x 42 1/2", sheet size: 22" x 29 1/2", fine condition.

        Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
      • CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 28, 2022

        CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        "Spruce Head", watercolor on paper, signed and titled lower right, in a birch box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 30 1/2" x 37 3/4", SS: 21 1/2" x 29", fine condition.

        Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
      • CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 28, 2022

        CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        "Port Clyde Light", 1987, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, titled and dated verso, in a gilt box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 25 1/2" x 31", SS: 17 1/2" x 23 1/4", fine condition.

        Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
      • CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)
        Aug. 28, 2022

        CARL SUBLETT (TN/CT/ITALY, 1919-2008)

        Est: $2,000 - $3,000

        "Studio Wall", watercolor and graphite on paper, signed lower right and embossed with the artist's name and address, titled verso on label from The Collector's Gallery of Nashville, TN. Housed in a black bullnose frame, floated inside mat under plexiglass, OS: 29 1/2" x 37 1/2", sheet size: 22 1/4" x 29 3/4", fine condition.

        Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
      • Carl Sublett (1919-2008), Impressionist Painting, Oil on Canvas, Sunset with House and Boat in the Foreground, Dated '95. Canvas Size: 13" High, 16" Wide
        Jul. 16, 2022

        Carl Sublett (1919-2008), Impressionist Painting, Oil on Canvas, Sunset with House and Boat in the Foreground, Dated '95. Canvas Size: 13" High, 16" Wide

        Est: $100 - $25,000

        Carl Sublett (1919-2008), Impressionist Painting, Oil on Canvas, Sunset with House and Boat in the Foreground, Dated '95. Canvas Size: 13" High, 16" Wide

        Northgate Gallery Auctions
      • Carl Sublett W/C, Tree Painting
        Jul. 09, 2022

        Carl Sublett W/C, Tree Painting

        Est: $600 - $700

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor painting depicting a closeup view of the base of a tree and the surrounding shrubbery. Dated and signed "72/ Sublett" lower right. Lyzon Gallery, Nashville, TN label en verso. Housed and matted under plexiglass in a wooden frame. Sight: 25" H x 21" W. Framed: 33" H x 29" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Mountain Landscape with Cabin
        Jan. 30, 2022

        Carl Sublett W/C Mountain Landscape with Cabin

        Est: $400 - $450

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) expressionist watercolor on paper landscape painting depicting a small cabin situated in a sunlit valley surrounded by mountains. Dated and signed "62 Sublett" lower right. The Collector's Gallery, Nashville, TN label en verso. Housed and double matted under glass in a painted wood frame. Sight: 9 1/4" H x 13 1/4" W. Framed: 5 5/8" H x 19 1/2" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982, he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit in the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collection of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Coimmision).

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Landscape Painting, Slope
        Jan. 30, 2022

        Carl Sublett W/C Landscape Painting, Slope

        Est: $500 - $550

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper landscape painting, titled "Slope", depicting a rustic white house set behind a group of trees on a hill. Signed "Sublett" lower right. The Collector's Gallery, Nashville, TN label with date "Dec. 1973" en verso. Double matted and housed under glass in a wormy wood frame. Sight: 16 1/4" H x 22 1/4" W. Framed: 24" H x 30" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Coastal Landscape, Sea Rock #5
        Jan. 30, 2022

        Carl Sublett W/C Coastal Landscape, Sea Rock #5

        Est: $500 - $600

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor and gouache on paper seascape painting, titled "Sea Rock #5", depicting a close-up view of a group of rocks along the shore of a beach. Signed "Sublett" lower right. The Collector's Gallery, Nashville, TN label dated "1974" and The Frameworks, Nashville, TN ink stamp en verso. Double matted and housed under glass in a wooden frame. Sight: 16 3/4" H x 23 1/4" W. Framed: 26 3/4" H x 32" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Carl Sublett W/C, Teel Cove, Port Clyde, ME
        Jan. 29, 2022

        Carl Sublett W/C, Teel Cove, Port Clyde, ME

        Est: $600 - $650

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper painting depicting a shoreline along Teel Cove in Port Clyde, Maine with a dock and a group of houses before a line of trees in the background. Dated and signed "83-90 Sublett" above illegible writing, possibly "Shoreline", lower right. Housed under glass in a giltwood frame with a lamb's tongue running pattern, an off white linen liner, and giltwood fillet. Sight: 17 3/4" H x 23 3/4" W. Framed: 27 3/4" H x 33" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Expressionist Painting, The Red Door
        Jan. 29, 2022

        Carl Sublett W/C Expressionist Painting, The Red Door

        Est: $600 - $800

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper landscape painting titled "The Red Door" depicting a large red house with a red door. Dated and signed "80 Sublett" lower right. The Collector's Gallery, Nashville, TN label en verso. Float mounted and housed under glass in a giltwood frame. Sight: 17 1/2" H x 22 3/4" W. Framed: 25 1/2" H x 29" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Painting, Winter Lean
        Jan. 29, 2022

        Carl Sublett W/C Painting, Winter Lean

        Est: $600 - $700

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008), "Winter Lean," watercolor on paper landscape depicting a bare snow-laden tree line on a low ridge with the foremost tree having a distinct leftward tilt and a bright sky in the background. Titled, dated, and signed in pencil "Winter Lean 72 Sublett" lower right. Housed and double matted under glass in a black frame with chrome fillet. Sight: 25 1/4" H x 23 3/4" W. Framed: 33 1/2" H x 30" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy after World War II and became Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood Museum of Art, Nashville.

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      • Carl Sublett abstract watercolor, Mountain Red
        Jan. 29, 2022

        Carl Sublett abstract watercolor, Mountain Red

        Est: $600 - $700

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008), "Mountain Red," abstract watercolor on paper landscape painting suggesting the rock face of a mountain surrounded by a border rendered in shades of red, brown, yellow, blue, and green. Dated and signed "78 Sublett" lower right. Collector's Gallery, Nashville, TN label with The Framework, Nashville, TN black ink stamp, en verso. Float mounted and housed under glass in a carved giltwood frame. Sheet: 22 1/2" H x 30" W. Framed: 25 3/4" H x 33 1/4" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Carl Sublett Drawing, Couple w/ Gazebo
        Oct. 23, 2021

        Carl Sublett Drawing, Couple w/ Gazebo

        Est: $200 - $250

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) graphite and ink on paper drawing depicting a couple in early 20th century clothing standing before a gazebo. Dated and signed "70/Sublett" lower right. Housed and matted under glass in a giltwood frame. Sight: 19" square. Framed: 29" H x 27" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy after World War II, and became Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood Museum of Art, Nashville.

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Painting, Light House & Houses on a Hill
        Oct. 23, 2021

        Carl Sublett W/C Painting, Light House & Houses on a Hill

        Est: $400 - $500

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper painting depicting a light house and two houses set on a grass covered hill, possibly a Maine landscape. Dated and signed "87 Sublett" lower right. The Beveled Edge, Nashville, TN label with additional label, en verso. Double matted and housed under plexiglass in a giltwood frame. Sight: 21 1/4" H x 29" W. Framed: 30 3/4" H x 38 1/2" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy after World War II, and became Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood Museum of Art, Nashville.

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      • Carl Sublett W/C Expressionist Painting, Mountain Range
        Oct. 23, 2021

        Carl Sublett W/C Expressionist Painting, Mountain Range

        Est: $500 - $600

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor on paper landscape painting titled "Mountain Range" depicting a mountain range, possibly the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, rendered in shades of red, green, and blue beneath a brown sky. Dated and signed "65 Sublett" lower right. The Collector's Gallery, Nashville, TN label en verso. Housed and matted under glass in a giltwood frame. Sight: 17 1/2" H x 22 3/4" W. Framed: 25 1/2" H x 29" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • Carl Sublett Abstract Watercolor & Book
        Jul. 24, 2021

        Carl Sublett Abstract Watercolor & Book

        Est: $500 - $600

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) abstract watercolor on paper, possibly from his Flagg Island series. Signed and dated "72 lower right. Housed in a modern chrome frame and float mounted onto a linen weave backing. Together with an exhibition book titled Carl Sublett, published by the Tennessee State Museum for the February 15 - May 6, 1984 exhibition of his works. Sight: 13 3/4" H x 21 3/4" W. Framed: 19 1/4" H x 27 1/4" W. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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      • 2 Carl Sublett Paintings, incl. Vergura Schoolhouse and Abstract Oil
        Jul. 24, 2021

        2 Carl Sublett Paintings, incl. Vergura Schoolhouse and Abstract Oil

        Est: $600 - $700

        Two (2) Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) artworks. 1st item: Watercolor on paper painting titled "Vergura Schoolhouse" depicting a white school house with rust colored shutters, portico, and roof, with a bell tower, against a line of trees and a mountain range beneath a grey and blue late afternoon sky. Sight "Sublett" lower right. Collector's Gallery, Nashville, Tennessee, label with artist's name, title, and additional information, en verso. Housed and double matted under glass in a cove molded wooden frame. Sight: 13 1/2" H x 19 3/8" W. Framed: 20 5/8" H x 26 1/2" W. 2nd item: Abstract oil on canvas painting titled "August Blue" rendered in shades of blue, black, brown, red, orange, yellow, and green. Signed "Carl Sublett" lower right. Carl Sublett Studio, Knoxville, TN label en verso. Housed in a wooden frame. Sight: 19 1/2" H x 15 3/4" W. Framed: 21" H x 17 1/4" W. Provenance: Estate of Carl Klein, Brentwood, TN. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy after World War II, and became Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood Museum of Art, Nashville.

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      • Carl Sublett Watercolor, Knoxville Train Station
        Jul. 24, 2021

        Carl Sublett Watercolor, Knoxville Train Station

        Est: $700 - $800

        Carl Sublett (Tennessee, 1919-2008) watercolor painting on paper titled "Southern Icon #293", depicting the Southern Railway Terminal located in downtown Knoxville, TN. Dated and signed lower right "93 Sublett". Title, signature, and inscriptions describing the work in pencil en verso. "Unframed. 21 78" H x 30 1/4" W. Note: Original paperwork from artist included with this painting. Biography: Carl Sublett studied Art History at the American Academy in Florence, Italy, after serving as a sergeant in World War II. He moved to Knoxville in 1954 where he studied with Kermit Ewing and eventually became a Professor of Fine Art at the University of Tennessee. Sublett was a founding member of the art group, The Knoxville Seven, a progressive group working from 1955-1965, which produced some of the first abstract expressionist art in Tennessee. In 1982 he retired from teaching and in 1984, he opened the Sublett Gallery in Knoxville. In 1991, "The Unseen Carl Sublett" was the first exhibit at the new Knoxville Museum of Art (built on the site of the 1982 World's Fair). Sublett won numerous awards for his paintings and was a member of the National Academy of Design. His works are in the collections of the National Academy of Design, The Tennessee State Museum, and Cheekwood, Nashville. (Source: The Tennessee Arts Commission).

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