Ruth Todd

The Seventh Day (Large Abstract Painting in White, Black/Brown, Orange, Yellow)

circa 1965

"Transfiguration" is a captivating original abstract painting by the talented artist Pawel Kontny (also known as Paul Kontny), created during the mid-20th century. This unique composition was crafted using a combination of marble dust, gesso, and oil glaze on masonite, resulting in a striking raised texture that adds depth and dimension to the artwork. The use of marble dust and gesso gives the piece a rich, tactile quality, making it visually stunning. The painting is rendered in a harmonious palette of neutral tones, including shades of brown, beige, yellow, and grey, creating a subtle yet powerful interplay of light and shadow. These muted hues evoke a sense of calm and contemplation, allowing the viewer to immerse themselves in the abstract forms and textures that dominate the canvas. This piece is presented in its original black and gold frame, which enhances its vintage charm and complements the sophisticated color palette. "Transfiguration" is an exceptional work of art, perfect for collectors of mid-century abstract art...

Cosmos is an original mid-century abstract painting by Polish-American artist Pawel Kontny (also known as Paul Kontny), created in the 1960s. This striking mixed media work is compos...

This captivating mid-20th-century abstract seascape by acclaimed Denver Modernist Richard Sorby (1911–2001) exemplifies his innovative approach to texture, form, and color. Created with a dynamic blend of oil paint, mica, and sand on board, the composition radiates movement through layered blue, yellow, and white tones, evoking the interplay of light and water. The result is a richly tactile and luminous surface—hallmarks of Sorby’s celebrated modernist style. The work is presented in a custom archival frame (13 ½ x 13 ½ x 1 ½ inches; image: 4 ¾ x 4 ¾ x ¼ inches), ensuring preservation and ready display. A distinctive addition to any modern or abstract art collection, this piece embodies Sorby’s mastery of material experimentation and spatial harmony. A graduate of Colorado State College of Education and student of Vance Kirkland and William Joseph Eastman...

This original 1985 abstract oil painting by acclaimed Colorado modernist Edward Marecak (1919–1993) features a vibrant and complex composition of geometric forms and bold color contr...