Lester E. Varian: Colorado Landscape and Architectural Vision Lester E. Varian (1881 – 1967) stands as a singular figure in American art, particularly renowned for his evocative lithographs capturing the rugged beauty of Colorado landscapes and the understated elegance of menswear designs. Born in Denver, Colorado, Varian’s artistic journey was profoundly shaped by his father, Ernest Phillip Varian—a prominent architect who instilled…