An early work by Wayne Thiebaud, executed in 1954 during his formative California period prior to his emergence as one of America’s leading painters of the Pop era. The composition depicts an abstracted arrangement of fish rendered in vivid blues, reds, and greens, displaying Thiebaud’s early fascination with structure, repetition, and the tactile qualities of paint — elements that would come to define his later still lifes of cakes, gumball machines, and urban scenes. This rare pre-Pop example offers a glimpse into the artist’s experimental years and his evolution from commercial illustrator to modern master. Dimensions: Sight 19 x 47 1/2 in.; framed 21 x 49 1/2 in. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist by Lawrence Lee, D.D.S. (1935–2020), Sacramento; then by direct family descent. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Blanket-wrapped delivery within California via Delbert McCrea (831-566-6088). Cross-country shipping via CCC Transport (920-450-5027). Excellent overall; minor surface wear consistent with age; colors vibrant and well-preserved.