Robinson Murray,Massachusetts,1890-1984 Untitled modernist composition of a flock of animated seagulls convening along sandy shores. Murray earned a degree in Studio Art graduating from Harvard University in 1912 to pursue a career in commercial art. He quickly left the commercial art world to enlist in the Army and serve during WWI where he'd become a distinguished soldier while continuing to paint in the field. After the war Murray returned to commercial work until his retirement in 1960 when he turned to focus on modern abstract art. During the period of 1960 to 1980 Murray exhibited at the John F. Kennedy Building, Boston and the Copley Society within Boston City Hall. Oil on board,Board 18" x 24",Frame 21 5/8" x 27 5/8" From the collection of a Bristol, Rhode Island lady. Signed and dated "Murray '60" lower right corner.