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Benton Clark Paintings

American, 1895-1964
Born in Coshocton, Ohio, Benton Clark became an eastern illustrator of the West in the dramatic tradition of Frederic Remington and especially loved painting horses. He also did murals that are in Chicago and Columbus, Ohio. Growing up in Coshocton, he had a picturesque rural setting of woods and valleys near the old Ohio Canal. A group of artists were working there, and one of them, Arthur Woelfle, gave Clark his first lessons and encouraged him to seek further training. Later Woelfle said that of all his students Clark was the most talented. In 1913, he went to New York City to study at the National Academy of Design and in 1915 to Chicago at the Art Institute. He sold magazine cover and calendar illustrations and in 1925, began illustration work for "Liberty" and "Outer's Recreation" magazines. He also illustrated for "Saturday Evening Post" and had a period of working for Metro Goldwyn Mayer's art department in Culver City, California. Major influences on him were Harvey Dunn, Frank Hoffman, and Frederic Remington, and in 1932, he became a member of the Society of Illustrators. In 1932, he returned to New York City and did western illustrations for leading magazines such as "Saturday Evening Post," "Mc Call's" and "Good Housekeeping,", a job that took him West for subject matter. He shared a studio with his brother, Matt Clark, also a noted illustrator. He died in his hometown of Coshocton, preparing to do an historic mural for his high school.
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Artist: Benton Clark
"Fox Hunting"
"Fox Hunting"

"Fox Hunting"

By Benton Clark

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

Benton Clark (American, (1895 - 1964) “Fox Hunting” Signed and dated 1931 Oil on canvas, 46” x 30”, signed, 54 x 38 framed, American sporting painting, hunting scene No conservation ...

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1930s American Impressionist Benton Clark Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Davy Crockett at the Alamo
Davy Crockett at the Alamo

Davy Crockett at the Alamo

By Benton Clark

Located in Missouri, MO

Canvas Only Size: 24 x 36 inches Provenance: Kennedy Galleries, New York c. 1960 Illustrated: Treasures of the American West SELECTIONS FROM THE COLLECTION OF Harrison Eiteljorg B...

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1920s American Modern Benton Clark Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Winfield Scott Treaty
Winfield Scott Treaty

Winfield Scott Treaty

By Benton Clark

Located in Missouri, MO

Canvas Only Size: 24 x 36 inches Signed Lower Right Provenance: Kennedy Galleries, New York c. 1960 Illustrated: Treasures of the American West SELECTIONS FROM THE COLLECTION OF Ha...

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1920s American Modern Benton Clark Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

“When the farmer first stood upright” SKF Ball & Roller Bearings Ad
“When the farmer first stood upright” SKF Ball & Roller Bearings Ad

“When the farmer first stood upright” SKF Ball & Roller Bearings Ad

By Benton Clark

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Original advertisement for SKF Ball and Roller Bearings, published September 1946. The published ad states: “When the Farmer First Stood Upright: For thousands of years men wo...

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1940s Benton Clark Paintings

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Oil

“When the Loom Came Out of the Kitchen” SKF Ball & Roller Bearings Ad
“When the Loom Came Out of the Kitchen” SKF Ball & Roller Bearings Ad

“When the Loom Came Out of the Kitchen” SKF Ball & Roller Bearings Ad

By Benton Clark

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Original advertisement for SKF Ball and Roller Bearings, published September 1946. The published ad states: “When the Loom Came Out of the Kitchen: Weaving, as a household ind...

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1940s Benton Clark Paintings

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Oil

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Find a wide variety of authentic Benton Clark paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Benton Clark in paint, oil paint, canvas and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the Impressionist style. Not every interior allows for large Benton Clark paintings, so small editions measuring 24 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Lawrence Wilbur, Jo Cain, and Ernest Hamlin Baker. Benton Clark paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,600 and tops out at $12,500, while the average work can sell for $6,500.