FRITZ, Emmett, (American, 1917-1995): ''Exchanging the News, St. Augustine'', Oil/Board, 25'' x 30'', framed, 33'' x 37.5''. ''Fritz is arguably considered one of the most significant and popular painters of the St. Augustine and St. Johns County area. While capturing the beauty of the city and the surrounding areas, he became a well-known and beloved character of the greater St. Augustine area. His optimistic, colorful portrayals of the city, in all of its varied personalities, also suggests, to many critics of Florida painting, a sense of romantic melancholy and yearning. '' Karen Jeong, Gary Libby, Askart.com Est. $5000/8000**