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

Lynn GertenbachHorse at the Golden Hills, California , Impressionist California landscaper.

$6,500

H 25 in W 31 in D 2 in

Horse at the Golden Hills, California , Impressionist California landscaper.

By Lynn Gertenbach

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

Lynn Gertenbach's "Ride at Golden Hills" is a remarkable oil painting that captures a serene moment of a lady riding a horse under a tree, surrounded by lush grass and vibrant scener...

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2010s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Carl Gustaf Theodore OlsonAutumn Pasture, c. 1925

$650

H 18 in W 22 in D 1 in

Autumn Pasture

By Carl Gustaf Theodore Olson

Located in North Clarendon, VT

A beautiful oil on board of an Autumn Pasture by the talented Carl G. T. Olson. From the estate of the artist to his son, then to his grandchildren and from them to us. 18" x 22" u f...

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1920s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Ira J. DeenAmerican Impressionist Landscape - Listed Pennsylvania artist Ira Deen, ca 1930s, ca 1930s

$1,250

H 25 in W 21 in D 2 in

American Impressionist Landscape - Listed Pennsylvania artist Ira Deen, ca 1930s

Located in Baltimore, MD

A dramatic landscape by well-listed Pennsylvania artist Ira Deen. This is one of the largest and most lively of his works that I have ever seen. The scene depicts a late summer/early...

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Early 20th Century American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Bernard Safford GoodPennsylvania Impressionist Landscape Painting, ca 1930’s Listed Artist, 1930

$895

H 15 in W 19 in D 2 in

Pennsylvania Impressionist Landscape Painting, ca 1930’s Listed Artist

Located in Baltimore, MD

This American Impressionist painting is by listed artist Bernhard Safford Good. The artist was born in England in 1893. He came to Canada in 1910, moving west to Manitoba to work on...

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1930s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Carl Gustaf Theodore OlsonIn the Edge of the Great Shadow, c. 1930

$650

H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 2 in

In the Edge of the Great Shadow

By Carl Gustaf Theodore Olson

Located in North Clarendon, VT

A beautiful oil on board of the sun setting in the mountains c. 1930 by the talented Carl G. T. Olson. From the estate of the artist. Housed in a period arts and crafts carved frame....

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1930s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Brian BloodBrian Blood 'Monterey Bay' Plein Air California Impressionist Seascape Painting, 2000

$1,250

H 17.5 in W 20 in D 2.5 in

Brian Blood 'Monterey Bay' Plein Air California Impressionist Seascape Painting

By Brian Blood

Located in San Rafael, CA

Brian Blood (American, b. 1962) Monterey Bay, 2000 Oil on canvas board Signed lower right: BB signed, dated, and titled verso: Brian Blood, 2000 Monterey Bay 9in H x 12in L In a silvered gilt frame with linen mat and moulding: 17 1/4in H x 20in L Brian Blood is a resident of Pebble Beach, California. He began his professional life as a graphic artist and art director in Boston, Massachusetts. He then came to California to attend the Academy of Art College in San Francisco for both undergraduate and graduate studies. In 2003, Blood and his artist wife, Laurie Kersey...

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Early 2000s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Canvas, Oil

William H. PartridgeCrashing Surf, c. 1910

$950

H 8 in W 10 in D 2 in

Crashing Surf

Located in North Clarendon, VT

Beautiful seascape by the talented William H. Partridge. 8" x 10" oil on board , signed lower right. Housed in a carved guilded 15" x 17" frame. William Henry Partridge (1858–1938...

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1910s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

Cypress on the Rocks, c. 1965

$320

H 9 in W 12 in D 2 in

Cypress on the Rocks

Located in North Clarendon, VT

It's a windy day on the rocks! Fun California mid century impressionist painting of a Cyprus tree at the coast. Oil on board, signed lower left...unlock this mystery signature! 9" x ...

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1960s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil

David Griffin"To Everything There Is a Season" (2025) Winter Landscape Oil Painting, 2025

$13,000

H 30 in W 40 in

"To Everything There Is a Season" (2025) Winter Landscape Oil Painting

By David Griffin

Located in Denver, CO

David Griffin's "To Everything There Is a Season" (2025) is a beautiful handcrafted oil landscape painting, framed at 27 x 23 inches and is ready to hang. Artist Biography and Stat...

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2010s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Linen, Oil, Board

David Griffin"Alpen Glow" (2025) Mountain Winter Landscape Oil Painting, 2025

$8,900

H 30 in W 40 in

"Alpen Glow" (2025) Mountain Winter Landscape Oil Painting

By David Griffin

Located in Denver, CO

David Griffin's "To Everything There Is a Season" (2025) is a beautiful handcrafted oil landscape painting, framed at 29.5 x 29.5 inches and is ready to hang. Artist Biography and ...

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2010s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Linen, Oil, Board

Stephanie Hartshorn"Brinton Barn" - Impressionist Midwestern Still-Life and Skyscape, Oil Painting, 2024

$3,200

H 24 in W 12 in

"Brinton Barn" - Impressionist Midwestern Still-Life and Skyscape, Oil Painting

By Stephanie Hartshorn

Located in Denver, CO

This beautiful original impressionist painting by Stephanie Hartshorn depicts a quaint white barn in the midst of a forest and plain, the blue sky dotted with wisps of clouds. This ...

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2010s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil, Wood Panel

Stephanie Hartshorn"Homestead" - Impressionist Midwestern Landscape and Skyscape, Oil Painting, 2024

$8,800

H 30 in W 40 in

"Homestead" - Impressionist Midwestern Landscape and Skyscape, Oil Painting

By Stephanie Hartshorn

Located in Denver, CO

Artist Biography: Recognized for her architectural portraits of rural America, Stephanie Hartshorn is a signature member of the American Impressionist Society whose work has been fea...

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2010s American Impressionist Arthur Ernest Becher

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Oil, Wood Panel

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