Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

American, 1912-1989

Carl Thorp was an American artist who became known for Impressionist landscapes of California, sometimes referred to as California Scene Painting, as well as New York City, Boston and New Orleans Cityscapes. He was born in Lubbock, Texas in 1912. Active in California between 1928–57, Thorp studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in San Diego with Maurice Braun and Alfred Mitchell. He was a member of the Society of Western Artists and the Northern California Artist Association. Thorp continued his work and teaching in New Orleans, Louisiana, in the French Quarter until 1975, when he moved to Franklinton, Louisiana. Thorp spent summers painting in Rockport, Massachusetts and always showed at the Annual Washington Square Arts Show in New York City. In Franklinton, he maintained a studio and taught until he died in 1989.

Artist: Carl Thorp

Carl ThorpNear Modesto, c.1940

$1,550

Near Modesto

By Carl Thorp

Located in San Francisco, CA

This artwork Titled "Near Modesto" c.1940 is an oil painting on canvas board by noted California artist Carl M. Thorp, 1912-1989. It is signed at the lower right corner by the artist. The canvas board size is 11.85 x 14.85, framed size is 17.5 x 21.25 inches. Framed in a wooden antique style frame, with beige color liner. It is in excellent condition. About the artist: Carl Thorp (1912–1989) was an American artist who became known for Impressionist landscapes of California, sometimes referred to as California Scene Painting...

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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Carl ThorpSausalito, California, c.1940

$1,190

Sausalito, California

By Carl Thorp

Located in San Francisco, CA

This artwork Titled "Sausalito, CA" c.1940 is an oil painting on cardboard panel by noted California artist Carl M. Thorp, 1912-1989. It is signed at the lower right corner by the artist. The panel size is 16 x 20 inches, framed size is 26.5 x 30.5 inches. Framed in a wooden brownish gold frame, with beige color liner. It is in excellent condition. About the artist: Carl Thorp (1912–1989) was an American artist who became known for Impressionist landscapes of California, sometimes referred to as California Scene Painting, as well as New York City, Boston and New Orleans Cityscapes. He was born in Lubbock, Texas on November 14, 1912. Active in California between 1928 and 1957, Carl Thorp studied at the Academy of Fine Art in San Diego with Maurice Braun and Alfred Mitchell...

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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Carl ThorpThe Lumberjack House, Santa Cruz, Califoenia, c.1940

$1,500

The Lumberjack House, Santa Cruz, Califoenia

By Carl Thorp

Located in San Francisco, CA

This artwork Titled "The Lumbejack House, Santa Cruz, California" c.1940 is an oil painting on canvas by noted California artist Carl M. Thorp, 1912-1989. It is signed at the lower left corner by the artist. The canvas size is 20 x 24 inches, framed size is 25.25 x 29.25 inches. Framed in a wooden gold frame. It is in excellent condition. About the artist: Carl Thorp (1912–1989) was an American artist who became known for Impressionist landscapes of California, sometimes referred to as California Scene...

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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Ida Josephine Burgess"The Hill Pasture" 1901 by Ida Josephine Burgess, Michigan Hills Impressionist, 1901

$17,500

H 38.25 in W 44.25 in D 2 in

"The Hill Pasture" 1901 by Ida Josephine Burgess, Michigan Hills Impressionist

Located in Yardley, PA

A large, sweeping Michigan summer vista by the accomplished American painter, Ida Josephine Burgess (1855-1934). Burgess gives us a high vantage point over a lush hill pasture descen...

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Early 1900s American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Henrietta Dunn Mears“Bermuda Coast” Henrietta Dunn Mears American Impressionist Oil on Board Signed, 20th Century

$1,950

H 19.5 in W 23.5 in D 1 in

“Bermuda Coast” Henrietta Dunn Mears American Impressionist Oil on Board Signed

By Henrietta Dunn Mears

Located in Yardley, PA

A vibrant Bermuda seascape depicting the rocky shoreline with turquoise waters breaking against sunlit boulders beneath a sweeping tree. Mears uses bold, textured brushstrokes and a ...

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20th Century American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Board

Jane Peterson“Palm Trees Along Florida Coast, c. 1940” Jane Peterson Impressionist Palm Beach, circa 1940

$37,500

H 32 in W 32 in D 1.25 in

“Palm Trees Along Florida Coast, c. 1940” Jane Peterson Impressionist Palm Beach

By Jane Peterson

Located in Yardley, PA

A wonderful example of Peterson’s views of the Florida Coast during her winter trips down south. Painted during Peterson’s mature period, this lively work underscores the energy of ...

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1940s American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Frank Convers Mathewson (1862 - 1941)“October Morning Matunuck" c. 1925 by Frank Convers Mathewson Rhode Island Oil, Circa 1925

$6,500

H 22.25 in W 28.25 in D 2 in

“October Morning Matunuck" c. 1925 by Frank Convers Mathewson Rhode Island Oil

Located in Yardley, PA

About this work: “Birches and Huckleberry, October Morning Matunuck" c. 1925 by Frank Convers Mathewson (American, 1862-1941). A stunningly beautiful autumn view of Matunuck, Rhode ...

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Early 20th Century American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Board

Don Hatfield"Mothers and Children on the Beach" - Colorful Bright Impressionist in Oil Paint, Unknown

$14,000

H 38 in W 55 in D 1 in

"Mothers and Children on the Beach" - Colorful Bright Impressionist in Oil Paint

By Don Hatfield

Located in Carmel, CA

Don Hatfield (American, born 1947) "Mothers and Children on the Beach" Unknown Oil paint, canvas, stretcher bars Signed on the bottom right of the painting. Don Hatfield’s 'Mothers ...

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20th Century American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Dan Young"Momentary Reflections" Original Rural Western Winter Landscape, Oil Painting, 2025

$1,800

H 8 in W 10 in

"Momentary Reflections" Original Rural Western Winter Landscape, Oil Painting

By Dan Young

Located in Denver, CO

"Momentary Reflections" by Dan Young is an original oil painting depicting a rural snow scene. This painting is framed at 13 inches by 15 inches, and is ready to hang. Dan Young wa...

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2010s American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Don Hatfield"Mother and Child on the Beach" - 20th Century Colorful American Impressionist, Unknown

$12,000

H 35 in W 43 in D 1 in

"Mother and Child on the Beach" - 20th Century Colorful American Impressionist

By Don Hatfield

Located in Carmel, CA

Don Hatfield (American, born 1947) "Mother and Child on the Beach" Unknown Oil paint, canvas, stretcher bars Signed on the bottom right of the painting. Don Hatfield’s 'Mother and C...

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20th Century American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Walter Koeniger“Covered Bridge, Kingston, NY, 1927” by Walter Koeniger, Snowy Winter Landscape, 1927

$9,500

H 42.75 in W 44.5 in D 2.5 in

“Covered Bridge, Kingston, NY, 1927” by Walter Koeniger, Snowy Winter Landscape

By Walter Koeniger

Located in Yardley, PA

Known for his evocative, snow-covered landscapes, Koeniger brings this subject to life with his bold, confident brushwork and keen eye for natural light. The composition centers arou...

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1920s American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

David Grossmann"Evening View to the South West" , Oil Painting

$2,600

H 7 in W 12 in

"Evening View to the South West" , Oil Painting

By David Grossmann

Located in Denver, CO

David Grossman's (US based) "Evening View to the South West" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a wide open plain of the West with fields of...

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2010s American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Linen, Oil, Panel

George Waller Parker“Untitled (Low Country Home)” American Impressionist Spanish Moss South Carolina, 2nd Quarter of 20th Century

$5,950

H 19 in W 23 in D 1 in

“Untitled (Low Country Home)” American Impressionist Spanish Moss South Carolina

Located in Yardley, PA

An exceptional work by George Waller Parker (1888-1957) of a home in the South Carolina Lowcountry. Perhaps the best example of Parker’s work to be offered in recent decades, this w...

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Early 20th Century American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Board

David Shingler"Colorado Plains" Mountain Landscape Oil Painting, 2023

$7,000

H 36 in W 48 in

"Colorado Plains" Mountain Landscape Oil Painting

By David Shingler

Located in Denver, CO

David Shingler's (NC based) "Colorado Plains" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts plains with a backdrop of foothills, blue snow-capped mo...

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2010s American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Wood, Oil

Lillian GenthNude by a Waterfall

$11,800

H 35 in W 29 in

Nude by a Waterfall

Located in Mc Lean, VA

Signed lower right Lillian Genth was an important American figurative painter. She studied in the U.S. and in Paris, under James McNeil Whistler. Genth ...

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Early 20th Century American Impressionist Carl Thorp Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

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