I was introduced to the art of Eyvind Earle when I started working for Robert Bane Editions, who had just signed Mr. Earle to a publishing contract. Earle had previously been represented by Hammer Galleries in New York, but really hadn’t taken off in a commercial sense, which led him to signing with Bane. It was a good move for both the artist and the publisher. And for me. While I had come to the publishing company because my favorite contemporary impressionist, Aldo Luongo, was published by Bane, I soon got a nickname among the other publishing reps in the company as the Duke of Earle, because of my focus on Earles’ artwork.
Green Valley 34″ x42 1/2″ framed limited edition serigraph by Eyvind Earle. $3500. With COA from 1989 showing a value of $4500. Make an offer.
The most successful exhibition of Earle’s original artwork prior to Gallery Americana resulted in 4 paintings sold within a 30 day window, as well as numerous limited edition serigraphs published by Robert Bane. Gallery Americana bought and sold more than 10 paintings within the first 30 days of Earle’s artwork being on exhibit at their gallery. I think the number was actually 14. That show caused a very positive stir and momentum for Eyvind Earle, and soon Earle’s artwork was on display in many fine galleries in the United State and Japan, who really had an affection and excitement for his artwork.
Why was the Gallery Americana show so much more successful for Eyvind Earle than previous shows at other prestigious galleries? Location. Location. Location. Carmel by the Sea. The Central California coastline. Eyvind Earle country. It was a perfect match of the artists imagery, and gallery location, and the reputation of both.
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