: : : I have an old pastel painting with a label on the back that lists the artists name as Ashbaugh.
: : : The label is from a studio (?) in Chicago named Mages.
: : : Can anyone give me any information on this artist?

: : I know I've heard of a William Ashbaugh as an artist from possibly Ohio, but I know no further information at this time.
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I discovered a pastel painting in a garage in Pasadena California signed "Ashbaugh". The signature appears to be in pencil. The painting was stored in the garage for approximately 15 years. Know nothing else about it. I too would appreciate any information about the artist.