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John Edward Thompson
1940s American Impressionist Still Life Oil Painting with Flowers - Original Art

1945

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This original vintage 1945 oil painting beautifully captures a serene interior still life scene, featuring a vase of flowers, a delicate tea cup, and flowing drapery. Created by renowned 20th-century Colorado modernist John E. Thompson (1882–1945), this American Impressionist work is rendered in rich hues of red, blue, gold, purple, pink, and yellow. The piece is expertly painted in oil on canvas and presented in a custom frame that enhances its elegant charm. The outer frame dimensions of the painting measure 37 ¾ inches by 42 ¾ inches by 1 ¾ inches. The image size itself is 31 ¼ inches by 36 ¼ inches. Provenance: This artwork comes from a private collection in Denver, Colorado. About the Artist – John E. Thompson John Edward Thompson was one of Colorado’s most celebrated modernist painters. Born in East Buffalo, New York, Thompson studied at the Art Students League of New York and the Académie Julian in Paris. In 1917, he moved to Denver, where he quickly became a leading figure in the local art scene, organizing the Colorado Armory Show in 1918 and teaching at the Denver Academy of Applied Art and the University of Denver. Thompson's dedication to modern art, despite its initial unpopularity, earned him the title of the “Dean of Colorado Painters.” Known for his mural work and influential teaching, he made significant contributions to both the Denver and Santa Fe art communities. His works were exhibited at prestigious venues such as the Corcoran Gallery Biennials (1935, 1937) and the Art Institute of Chicago (AIC). This stunning oil painting represents Thompson’s distinctive blend of Impressionist style and modernist sensibilities, offering a glimpse into the everyday beauty of the 1940s through his unique artistic lens.
  • Creator:
  • Creation Year:
    1945
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.75 in (95.89 cm)Width: 42.75 in (108.59 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
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  • Framing:
    Frame Included
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    Painting is clean and in very good condition - condition report available upon request.
  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DCG-221211stDibs: LU2737872102

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