Arthur Ernest Becher

1877-1960

Arthur Ernst Becher was a painter and an illustrator of books and magazines. Born in Freiberg, Germany, he emigrated with his parents at the age of six to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As a fine artist, Becher was known for his rural New York landscapes and historical scenes including Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. He received early training from F. W. Heine and Robert Schade and also painted at Jones Island, a fishing village near Milwaukee. In 1902, Becher became a student of renowned illustrator Howard Pyle, at the Brandywine School in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. Two years later, Becher married and settled in Ardsley, New York. In 1917, the couple bought a 125-acre farm in Putnam County, New York, where he painted rural landscapes and renderings of historical events such as Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. Pursuing a career in illustration, Becher gained recognition as a top magazine illustrator creating work for Scribner's, Leslie's and Appleton's. In 1908, he went to Europe on assignment and studied privately in Germany with Otto Strutzel, who was known for landscape and animal painting. During the 1930s, his illustration moved from magazine work to books. Becher exhibited at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and was a member of the Society of Illustrators. The Delaware Art Museum holds several paintings by the artist in their permanent collection. Becher's work was included in the 1996 exhibition N.C. Wyeth and the Brandywine School American Illustrators from the Golden Age of Illustration (1880–1960), at the American Illustrators Gallery / Judy Goffman Cutler Fine Art. In 1959, six of his early paintings were purchased by the Milwaukee Common Council.

Artist: Arthur Ernest Becher

Arthur Ernest BecherEarly Spring, 1950

$1,280Sale Price|20% Off

Early Spring

By Arthur Ernest Becher

Located in Myrtle Beach, SC

Arthur Ernest Becher, 'Early Spring', oil, 1950. Signed and dated, lower right. A fine impressionist landscape, with fresh colors, on heavy illustration board, in very good, original condition, without inpainting. Framed in a period, 3 inch wide wood frame. Image size: 17 5/8 x 20 1/2 inches; outside frame dimensions: 23 3/4 x 26 5/8 inches. ABOUT THE ARTIST Arthur Ernst Becher was a painter and an illustrator of books and magazines. Born in Freiberg, Germany, he emigrated with his parents at the age of six to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As a fine artist, he was known for his rural New York landscapes and historical scenes including Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. He received early training from F.W. Heine and Robert Schade...

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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Emile Albert GruppeEmile Albert Gruppe “Winter - Gloucester MA”, 1950

$6,400

H 27 in W 31 in D 2 in

Emile Albert Gruppe “Winter - Gloucester MA”

By Emile Albert Gruppe

Located in Dallas, TX

Emile Albert Gruppe (American, 1896-1978) "Winter - Gloucester, Mass" Oil on canvas Signed "Emile A. Gruppe" (lower right) Canvas: 20 x 24 Inchesinches Framed: 27 x 31 inches Prove...

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1950s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Canvas, Oil

Jon BlanchetteJon Blanchette Northern California Countryside Oil Painting, Mid-Century, Mid 20th Century

$1,250

H 27.5 in W 31.5 in D 1.25 in

Jon Blanchette Northern California Countryside Oil Painting, Mid-Century

By Jon Blanchette

Located in Denver, CO

This charming Northern California landscape painting by American artist Jon Blanchette (1908–1987) captures the serene beauty of rural life in the mid-20th century. Painted circa 195...

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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Jon BlanchetteJon Blanchette, 1955 California Coastal Oil Painting, "Capitola, California", circa 1955

$495Sale Price|67% Off

H 25.75 in W 31.5 in D 1 in

Jon Blanchette, 1955 California Coastal Oil Painting, "Capitola, California"

By Jon Blanchette

Located in Denver, CO

Experience the vibrant coastal charm of California with "Capitola, California", an original oil on board seascape painting by acclaimed American artist Jon Blanchette (1908–1987), cr...

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1950s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Antique 1898 American Impressionist O/C Venetian Canal Scene / Gilded Frame, 1898

$2,320Sale Price|51% Off

H 44 in W 36 in D 3 in

Antique 1898 American Impressionist O/C Venetian Canal Scene / Gilded Frame

Located in Exton, PA

Here is a fine, early American Impressionist painting of a Venetian Canal. The painting is oil on canvass measuring 36" x 28". Overall framed dimensions are 44" x 35". The painting i...

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1890s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Sunny Day in the Park, 1900

$3,975

H 29 in W 31 in D 2 in

Sunny Day in the Park

Located in Buffalo, NY

19th century Impressionist oil painting of two women in a park. Oil on canvas, circa 1900. Signed illegibly lower left. Displayed in giltwood...

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1890s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Canvas, Oil

Christopher Willett"Grand Central New York" Impressionist Street Scene Oil Painting on Board Framed, 20th Century

$1,200

H 6.5 in W 5.5 in D 0.5 in

"Grand Central New York" Impressionist Street Scene Oil Painting on Board Framed

Located in New York, NY

A charming Impressionist scene depicting Grand Central Station in New York City. This piece is executed in an intimate yet energetic manner. Christopher is known for capturing the be...

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20th Century American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil, Board

John Leslie BreckGiverny, 1888

$80,000

H 11 in W 14 in

Giverny

By John Leslie Breck

Located in Bryn Mawr, PA

Giverny, 1888 Oil on canvas, 11 x 14 inches (27.9 x 35.6 cm) Framed dimensions: 18 5/8 x 22 1/4 inches Signed and dated lower right: John Leslie Breck 88 Provenance Private collect...

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1880s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Canvas, Oil

Jon BlanchetteJon Blanchette “Harbor Master’s House, Santa Cruz” California Oil Painting, mid 20th century

$1,200

H 31.25 in W 27.25 in D 1.25 in

Jon Blanchette “Harbor Master’s House, Santa Cruz” California Oil Painting

By Jon Blanchette

Located in Denver, CO

This original vintage oil painting by Jon Blanchette (1908–1987), titled “Harbor Master’s House, Santa Cruz, California,” beautifully captures the charm of California’s coastline. Painted in the 1950s–1960s, this serene American Impressionist landscape depicts Santa Cruz’s coastal cottages, swaying palm trees, and tranquil harbor views, evoking the relaxed elegance of mid-century California life. Rendered in soft, harmonious tones of blue, green, beige, and white with warm accents of red and brown, Blanchette’s brushwork reflects his mastery of light and atmosphere. The painting is signed lower right and titled on the verso, and comes in a custom dark brown frame. Frame size: 31 × 27 inches Image size: 24 × 20 inches Born in England and raised in the U.S., Jon Blanchette studied at the Pittsburgh Art Institute and later settled in Santa Cruz, where he became known for his captivating Northern California landscape...

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20th Century American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Robert William VonnohWildflowers - Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting by Robert William Vonnoh, 1895

$18,610

H 16.5 in W 20 in

Wildflowers - Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting by Robert William Vonnoh

By Robert William Vonnoh

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Signed and dated oil on board landscape by American impressionist painter Robert William Vonnoh. This stunning piece depicts red and orange wildflowers. This work would have been exe...

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1890s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil, Board

A Quiet River - Oil on Canvas by A. Whipple, 1940s

$420Sale Price|20% Off

H 27 in W 17 in D 1 in

A Quiet River - Oil on Canvas by A. Whipple

Located in Soquel, CA

A Quiet River - Oil on Canvas Oil painting depicting a river flowing through a grove of trees. Vibrant green trees surround the river, hues of deep greens make up the trees to the l...

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1940s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Canvas, Oil

Dreamy Pastel Landscape by Mystery American Artist, c. 20th Century

$500

H 13.66 in W 16.66 in D 1.25 in

Dreamy Pastel Landscape by Mystery American Artist

Located in New York, NY

Mystery American Artist Untitled, c. 20th Century Oil on board 11 x 14 in. Framed: 13 2/3 x 16 2/3 x 1 1/4 in.

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20th Century American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil, Board

Oil River and Mountain Landscape, c. 2000

$1,850

H 9.5 in W 9 in

Oil River and Mountain Landscape

Located in Fredericksburg, VA

This oil on canvas landscape painting depicts a grassy river scene with mountains in the distance. The brushstrokes are very representative of the impressionist movement, but the col...

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Late 20th Century American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Canvas, Oil

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