Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

American, 1904-1967

A pioneer in color lithography, Benton Spruance spent most of his life in Philadelphia, where he attended the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and became one of the city’s leading artists. In the twenties and thirties Spruance was known for prints that one critic described as his “velvety urban scenes and ‘social conscious’ series,” which chronicled the life of ordinary men and women at work and play. However, Spruance was also a painter and draftsman who during this period took advantage of two Guggenheim fellowships to travel throughout the United States and Europe and sketch landscapes. In the forties Spruance began producing moody, psychologically charged lithographic portraits of women, followed by mystically tinged work, based on biblical passages, that became increasingly subtle and sculptural in effect. Despite the demand for his work (he produced more than 500 lithographs during his career), Spruance continued to teach. At the time of his death, he was chairman of the art department at Beaver College and had recently retired from the chairmanship of the printmaking department at Philadelphia College of Art.

Creator: Benton Murdoch Spruance

Lithograph “Eyes For the Night” by Bento Murdock Spruance

$1,950

Lithograph “Eyes For the Night” by Bento Murdock Spruance

By Benton Murdoch Spruance

Located in Hudson, NY

This Modern midcentury lithographic work printed by Cuno for the American artist Benton Murdock Spruance is titled and inscribed as a gift to Miss Annabelle and dated 1948 with the e...

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Mid-20th Century Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Paper

19th Century Framed Lithograph of Chateau by the Sea

$585

H 19.75 in W 24.5 in D 1.25 in

19th Century Framed Lithograph of Chateau by the Sea

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

French 19th century framed lithograph print of a seaside fort at some unknown locale, simply titled Chateau fort sur le bord de la mer, translating to a “castle on the seaside.” Rend...

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19th Century French Other Antique Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

"Office at Night" from Walker Art Center Lithograph / Poster by Edward Hopper

$300Sale Price|20% Off

H 33 in W 22 in D 0.25 in

"Office at Night" from Walker Art Center Lithograph / Poster by Edward Hopper

By Edward Hopper 1

Located in San Diego, CA

A very hard to find "Office at Night (1940)" lithograph / poster by Edward Hopper from The Walker Art Center, circa 1981. The lithograph is in very good vintage condition with strong...

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Mid-19th Century American Antique Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Paper

Christo / The Pont Neuf Wrapped / Project For Paris, 1984 Lithograph

$1,800

H 32.25 in W 27.3 in D 1.3 in

Christo / The Pont Neuf Wrapped / Project For Paris, 1984 Lithograph

By Christo and Jeanne-Claude, Nouvelles Images

Located in New York, NY

Christo / The Pont Neuf Wrapped / Project for Paris, 1984 / Collage En Deux Partes Offset lithograph in colors on woven paper, published by Nouvelles Ima...

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Late 20th Century French Modern Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Paper

Antique Bird Print of the Black-Crowned Night Heron by Naumann, circa 1895

$93Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.75 in W 11.42 in D 0.02 in

Antique Bird Print of the Black-Crowned Night Heron by Naumann, circa 1895

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique bird print titled 'Nycticorax nycticorax - Nachtreiher'. Chromolithograph of the Black-crowned night heron. This print originates from J.A. Naumann's 'Naturgeschichte der Vög...

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Late 19th Century Antique Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Paper

The Encounter, 1944 Lithograph by Maurits Cornelis Escher

$34,000

H 23.5 in W 27.5 in D 1.75 in

The Encounter, 1944 Lithograph by Maurits Cornelis Escher

By M.C. Escher

Located in Point Richmond, CA

The Encounter, 1944 Maurits Cornelis Escher (Dutch, 1898-1972) Print size: 13.5 by 18.5 inches (34.2 by 47 cm) Frame size: 23.25 x 27.5 inches (59 by 70 cm) From the catalogue raison...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Modern Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Paper

"Kiss The Beatles" Lithograph Print from the ICONS Exhibit by Mr. Brainwash

$575

H 22 in W 22 in D 0.75 in

"Kiss The Beatles" Lithograph Print from the ICONS Exhibit by Mr. Brainwash

By Mr. Brainwash

Located in San Diego, CA

Highly collectible "Kiss The Beatles" lithograph print from the legendary ICONS Exhibit by Mr. Brainwash, circa 2010. The piece, which is framed measures 22.25" x 22.25" is an origin...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Paper

Victorian Fashion Flourishes: A Lithograph for the 1889 Exposition Universelle

$196Sale Price|20% Off

H 17.13 in W 11.42 in D 0 in

Victorian Fashion Flourishes: A Lithograph for the 1889 Exposition Universelle

Located in Langweer, NL

This lithograph showcases a fashionable woman from 1889, dressed in a highly detailed and decorative gown. The dress is characterized by multiple tiers of ruffled fabric, adorned wit...

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1880s Antique Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Paper

R.C. Gorman Original Lithograph Night

$7,500

H 28.75 in W 36.5 in D 1 in

R.C. Gorman Original Lithograph Night

By R.C. Gorman

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Original RC Gorman Lithograph Night low number 14/70. All of the markings, torn edges, hallmarks. Signed 1975.

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Mid-20th Century American Native American Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Paper

Ikebana Arranged White Petunia Foral Scenic Lithograph by Lithoin, Framed

$180Sale Price|20% Off

H 18.5 in W 16 in D 1 in

Ikebana Arranged White Petunia Foral Scenic Lithograph by Lithoin, Framed

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century era Ikebana arranged White Petunias floral scenic lithographic print by Lithoin featuring the beauty of Japanese floral arrangement, emphasizing balance and harmony in it...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Signed Limited Edition Lithograph "Play for Keeps" by Waldemar Swierzy

$1,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 40.5 in W 55.5 in D 2 in

Signed Limited Edition Lithograph "Play for Keeps" by Waldemar Swierzy

By Waldemar Swierzy

Located in San Diego, CA

Signed limited edition lithograph "Play for Keeps" by Polish artist Waldemar Swierzy, circa 1990s. The print is from Swierzy's "Poker Series" and is hand signed in the lower right and numbered 277/350 in the lower left corner. The image size is a massive 45" x 30" and the overall size is 55.5" x 40.5". A very cool piece with rich vibrant color and a fantastic look! The print is hand pulled on archival deckled edged cotton rag paper and was produced on an antique printing press...

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Late 20th Century North American Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Paper, Wood

Vintage Wall Chart Lithograph Hydra by Paul Pfurtscheller for Martinus Nijhoff

$1,200

H 54 in W 50.82 in D 0.5 in

Vintage Wall Chart Lithograph Hydra by Paul Pfurtscheller for Martinus Nijhoff

Located in Oakville, CT

Antique educational wall chart lithograph - "Hydroza, Hydromedusae, Hydra" by Paul Pfurtscheller for Martinus Nijhoff. Wooden dowel measures 53" in...

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Early 20th Century European Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Wood, Paper, Linen

Framed "The Call of the Spring" Watercolor Scenic Lithograph by Jennie Harbour

$420Sale Price|20% Off

H 17 in W 21 in D 1 in

Framed "The Call of the Spring" Watercolor Scenic Lithograph by Jennie Harbour

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original Edwardian era Framed "The Call of the Spring" lithograph print by Jennie Harbour featuring 2 couples meeting in the garden originally done in watercolor. The print was made ...

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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Glass, Hardwood

Previously Available Items

Benton Spruance Framed Lithograph

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H 18 in W 23 in D 1 in

Benton Spruance Framed Lithograph

By Benton Murdoch Spruance

Located in New York, NY

A great black and white framed lithograph by Benton Spruance called a short gain depicting American football players. This lithograph is also in the ...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Benton Murdoch Spruance Wall Decorations

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Paper

Benton Murdoch Spruance wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.

Benton Murdoch Spruance wall decorations are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Benton Murdoch Spruance wall decorations, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider wall decorations by Leonard Baskin, Richard Lindner, and Raphael Soyer. Prices for Benton Murdoch Spruance wall decorations can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,950 and can go as high as $1,950, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,950.