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Alfred Wands Art

American, 1904-1998
Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Alfred Wands graduated from the Cleveland School of Art with honors. Following that, he spent six months in Paris studying at the Academie Julian. In the late 1920’s, Wands returned to Ohio to teach painting at the Cleveland School of Art and the Cleveland Museum of Art. In 1930, Wands moved to Denver to direct the art program at Colorado Women’s College. He remained at the Women’s College for the next 17 years. During his time in Denver, Wands frequently traveled to Taos, New Mexico. He and his family spent eleven summers there between 1930 and 1940. By 1943, he had become the Camp Artist at the YMCA of the Rockies, where he taught summer art classes. He later became the Chairman of their Religious Programs and Adult Advisory Committees. By 1947, he quit his teaching position at the Colorado Woman's College to devote full time to his painting. By 1955, Wands opened his own studio and gallery in Estes Park, Colorado. Known as the "Dean of Colorado Landscape Painters", he served three times as the President of the Denver Artists Guild. He was the Chairman of the Denver Art Commission for 16 years. Wands was a long-time member of the Denver Artists Guild and the Denver Art Commission. He was also a member of the Cleveland Society of Artists, Ohio Watercolor Society, and Chicago Galleries Association. Exhibited: Carnegie Institute., 1928; PAFA, 1924, 1926, 1928, 1932, 1934; PAFA Ann., 1926, 1929-30; WFNY, 1939; AIC, 1934, 1954; Corcoran Gal. biennial, 1935; CMA, 1923-37, 1939, 1940; Kansas City AI, 1930-34; Denver Art Museum, 1931-51, 1953, 1954; MFA Houston, 1950, 1951; Denver Museum of Natural History, 1953 (solo); San Francisco AA, 1950-52. Awards: prizes, Paris Salon, 1936; CMA, 1923, 1930; Chaloner prize, NYC, 1926; CPLH, 1932; Denver Art Museum, 1932, 1945-51; Kansas City AI (medal); 1934; Denver Art Guild, 1958 Works Held: BM; CMA; CPLH, 1932; Cleveland Public Schools; Denver Public Schools; Denver Art Museum: murals, Colorado Woman’s College; Methodist Church, Sterling, CO; Kansas City AI; Denver University Further Reading: Schlosser, Elizabeth. Modern Art in Denver: 1916-1960, Eleven Denver Artists. Ocean View Books: 1993. Who Was Who in American Art 1564-1975: 400 Years of Artists in America, Vol. III. Peter Hastings Falk, Georgia Kuchen and Veronica Roessler, eds., Sound View Press, Madison, Connecticut, 1999. 3 Vols. ©David Cook Galleries, LLC
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Artist: Alfred Wands
Dealer: David Cook Galleries
Mexico, 20th Century Landscape with Mountains and Village, Framed Oil Painting
By Alfred Wands
Located in Denver, CO
Oil on board painting by Alfred James Wands (1904-1998) titled "Mexico". Mountain landscape painting with village of buildings and a church in the foreground painted in colors of gre...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Alfred Wands Art

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Oil, Board

Stage Coach Colorado Mountain Landscape, Vintage Western Oil Painting, 1960s
By Alfred Wands
Located in Denver, CO
This vintage oil on canvas painting by Alfred Wands (1904-1998) depicts a classic western scene of horses pulling a stagecoach through the scenic Front Range of Colorado. The landscape captures the essence of the Colorado wilderness with vibrant autumn trees, golden grasses, a flowing river, and majestic snow-capped mountains in the background. The rich colors and detailed brushwork bring this iconic western moment to life. The painting is framed in a vintage frame, with outer dimensions measuring 29 ½ x 35 ½ x 1 inches, and the image size is 24 x 30 inches. This piece is in very good condition. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Expedited and international shipping options are available. Contact us for a shipping quote. About the Artist: Alfred Wands, a renowned Colorado landscape artist, was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and graduated with honors from the Cleveland School of Art. He further honed his skills studying at the Académie Julian in Paris. After returning to Ohio in the late 1920s, Wands taught painting at both the Cleveland School of Art and the Cleveland Museum of Art. In 1930, Wands moved to Denver to head the art program at Colorado Women's College, where he spent the next 17 years. During this time, he frequently visited Taos, New Mexico, spending eleven summers there between 1930 and 1940, which deeply influenced his work. By 1943, Wands became the Camp Artist at the YMCA of the Rockies, teaching summer art classes. He later became the Chairman of their Religious Programs and Adult Advisory Committees. In 1947, Wands dedicated himself fully to his art, leaving his teaching position at the Women's College. In 1955, he opened a studio and gallery in Estes Park, Colorado, further solidifying his presence in the Colorado art scene. Known as the "Dean of Colorado Landscape Painters," Wands served three terms as the President of the Denver Artists Guild and held the position of Chairman of the Denver Art Commission for 16 years. He was a member of various esteemed organizations, including the Cleveland Society of Artists, Ohio Watercolor Society, and Chicago Galleries Association. ©David Cook Galleries...
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20th Century American Impressionist Alfred Wands Art

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Oil, Canvas

20th Century Watercolor Painting of Horses, Carriage, Buildings in Blue, Yellow
By Alfred Wands
Located in Denver, CO
This vintage original modernist watercolor painting by Alfred Wands (1904-1998) depicts a captivating scene of horses attached to a carriage with buildings in the background. The com...
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20th Century American Impressionist Alfred Wands Art

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Paper, Watercolor

Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Southern Colorado Watercolor Landscape Painting
By Alfred Wands
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage original modernist watercolor painting of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain range in Colorado by Alfred Wands (1904-1998). A farm in th...
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20th Century American Impressionist Alfred Wands Art

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Watercolor

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