Erle Loran was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1905. He attended the University of Minnesota for a while before studying at the Minneapolis School of Art, under Cameron Booth, and graduated in 1926. Loran was awarded a traveling scholarship from the Chaloner Foundation (Paris Prize) after graduation and spent the next four years in Europe, living in Cézanne’s studio. Loran had always been fascinated by the work of the artist Paul Cézanne, and it motivated him throughout his life both in his painting and writing. He would later pen several books and articles based on his time spent in what was once Cézanne’s world. Once he returned home, Loran moved to California and began not only painting and continuing his art career, but also took up teaching at the University of California, Berkeley. He served as chairman of the art department from 1952–56 and continued teaching there until his retirement in 1973, where he was awarded a University Citation. Berkeley once again awarded Loran, this time in 1981, declaring him an Emeritus Professor.
During the 1940s, Loran belonged to a group of some 20 artists that produced lithographs for the “Chronicle Contemporary Graphics” project. Around the same time, he published two books (one of which was the successful Cézanne Composition) and two articles in art magazines the following decade. By the late 1960s, Loran had changed focus and began painting more abstract images, fusing Op Art, Pop Art and Hard Edge. Perhaps his new direction was influenced by his time spent in New York learning under the artist Hans Hoffman, an artist from Europe who was heavily interested in bringing modern European techniques and philosophies to America. Loran was eventually hindered by visual impairment but continued painting until about a year before his death. He passed away in Berkeley, California, in 1999.
(Biography provided by Robert Azensky Fine Art)
Modern Abstracted Wyoming Landscape 46"H x 52"W
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Wyoming Gold Diggings, Large Scale Modern Abstract Geometric Landscape #3 Beautiful abstracted geometric landscape by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999) of the Wyoming "Gold Diggins"....
Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars
$7,000
Summer Mountains Wyoming Gold Diggins Abstract Landscape by Erle Loran, Berkeley
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Bright and vibrant abstracted landscape depicting the Wyoming mountains on a summer day by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). From a collection of his works. Estate stamp on verso. Un...
Canvas, Acrylic
Blue City Trees - Abstract Geometric Landscape
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Bold, large scale geometric abstract landscape with brilliant blue toned trees in an abstracted urban color-field setting by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Unsigned. Estate stamp ...
Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars
Large Scale Abstract -- Rocky Image II
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Large-scale abstract titled "Rock Image II" by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Erle Loran was a modernist of urban and coastal views and geometric painting. Signed lower right "Lor...
Canvas, Acrylic
1980s Abstracted Bay Area Landscape -- Oakland to Tamalpais Views
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Gorgeous colors in this abstract of the sunrise on the bay by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999), a modernist of urban and coastal views and geometric painting. Signed on verso. From a...
Canvas, Acrylic
$1,420Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Abstract Figurative -- Navajo Hunters
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Dynamic, mid century multi colored abstract by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Depicts a group of hunters and their horses participati...
Gouache, Archival Paper
"Cliffside" Modern Abstract Geometric Landscape 42"H x 52"W, Signed
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
"Cliffside", Large Scale Modern Abstract Geometric Landscape Colorful modern abstract landscape titled "Cliffside" by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999), a modernist of urban and coas...
Linen, Acrylic
Mid Century Cyan Abstract
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Dynamic mid century cyan abstract by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Signed "Erle Loran" and dated "51" lower right. Presented in silver toned metal frame with mat sans glass. Image size: 21.75"H x 15"W. Framed size: 25"H x 18"W. Erle Loran was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He studied at the Minneapolis School of Art under the direction of Cameron Booth...
Gouache, Archival Paper
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
"Fantasy Bay" Large Scale Modern Abstract Geometric SF Salt Ponds Landscape
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
"Fantasy Bay", Large Scale Modern Abstract Geometric SF Salt Ponds Landscape Gorgeous large-scale abstract geometric landscape inspired by the San Francisco Cargill Salt Ponds, titl...
Canvas, Acrylic
Large Scale Abstracted Cityscape -- Mountains Overlooking the City
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Vibrant abstract of Berkeley Hills overlooking the city of Oakland, California by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Presented in a wood slat white frame. Signed lower right "Loran." ...
Acrylic, Canvas
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Salt Ponds 1, Large Scale Modern Geometric Abstract Landscape with Pink
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Salt Ponds 1, Large Scale Modern Geometric Abstract Landscape with Pink A bright and colorful monumental scale abstract interpretation of the Bay Area salt...
Linen, Acrylic
San Francisco Salt Ponds II, Large Scale Modern Geometric Abstract Landscape
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
San Francisco Salt Ponds II, Large Scale Modern Geometric Abstract Landscape A bright and colorful abstract interpretation in monumental scale of the Bay ...
Canvas, Acrylic
Abstracted Geometric Landscape -- "Desert Dreams"
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Vivid abstract geometric landscape of Oregon's John Day Fossil Beds and Painted Desert by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999), 1989. Signed lower right "Loran '89." Estate stamp on verso. Unframed. Image size: 60"H x 52"W. Erle Loran was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He studied at the Minneapolis School of Art under the direction of Cameron Booth...
Canvas, Acrylic
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Four Red Mountains - Abstract Landscape
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Vivid and arresting abstracted landscape of four red mountains by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999), c. 1985. Estate stamp on verso. Provenance; From the estate of Earl Loran; David Carlson...
Canvas, Acrylic
Modern Abstracted Landscape -- Wyoming Abstract #1
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstract landscape painting of Wyoming Hills by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999), a modernist of urban and coastal views and geometric painting. Signed lower right "Loran '83." Prese...
Canvas, Acrylic
$6,800
Large Scale Painted Desert Oregon Abstracted Landscape -- Spring Mountain View
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Substantial and exceptional Cezanne inspired abstract of Spring Mountain scene of the John Day Fossil Beds and Painted Desert in Oregon by Erle Loran (A...
Canvas, Acrylic
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Large Scale Geometric Abstract Landscape with White & Pistachio Green
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Large Scale Geometric Abstract Landscape with White & Pistachio Green Wonderful large scale abstract with pistachio, cobalt blue and red...
Canvas, Acrylic
Large Scale Bay Area Abstracted Landscape -- Salt Ponds
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Striking large scale abstracted landscape oil depicting San Francisco Bay salt ponds by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999), Unframed. Purchased as part of larger collection. Measures 72"H x 52"W x 2"D. Erle Loran was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He studied at the Minneapolis School of Art under the direction of Cameron Booth...
Canvas, Acrylic
"Cliff's Formation" - Modernist Geometric Abstracted Landscape
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Gorgeous abstracted geometric landscape titled, "Cliff's Formation" by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999), 1984. Unframed. Signed and dated lower right "Loran '84" and titled "Cliff's ...
Canvas, Acrylic
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Painted Desert Dreams, Large Scale Modern Geometric Multi-Color Abstract
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Painted Desert Dreams, Large Scale Modern Geometric Multi-Color Abstract Abstract Expressionist rendering inspired by the Jon Day Painted Desert, a vi...
Canvas, Acrylic
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Large Scale Bay Area Modern Geometric Abstract Landscape with White, Blue, Red
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Large Scale Bay Area Modern Geometric Abstract Landscape with White, Blue, Red Dramatic large scale abstracted landscape with white, blue and red shapes by Erle Loran (American, 190...
Canvas, Acrylic
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
"Wyoming Gold", Large-Scale Abstract Geometric Modern Landscape
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
"Wyoming Gold", Large-Scale Abstract Geometric Modern Landscape Bold large scale abstracted landscape by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Estate stamp on verso. Can be oriented ve...
Canvas, Acrylic
Large Scale Abstract Geometric Landscape -- Trees Over Water
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Vibrant modernist abstract geometric landscape of trees by the water with reflections by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Signed "Loran" lower right corner. Estate stamp on verso. Unframed. Measures 52"H x 72"W x 2D. Erle Loran was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He studied at the Minneapolis School of Art under the direction of Cameron Booth...
Canvas, Acrylic
Modern Geometric Wyoming Abstracted Landscape 40"H x 52"W
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Rocky Derivation, Large Scale Modern Geometric Wyoming Abstracted Landscape Stunning abstracted landscape with lavender, blue and pink on black titled, "Rocky Derivation" by listed...
Canvas, Acrylic
Large Scale San Francisco Bay Abstract Geometric Landscape -- "Tidal Planes"
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful abstracted geometric landscape of mountains surrounding San Francisco Bay Area titled "Tidal Planes" by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Signed and dated lower right "Lora...
Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars
$850
H 20.08 in W 20.08 in D 0.79 in
Sharing Abundant Space: Abstract Figurative, Acrylic Painting, Bold, Colorful
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Sharing Abundant Space Sharing Abundant Space - Painting Figurative Maximalism Contemporary Floral Bold Invest In this one-of-a-kind abstract impressionism artwork by Karnis...
Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Acrylic, Woodcut, Stretcher Bars
$1,159
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 0.6 in
Original-La Vie en Rose-Awarded Artist-British School-Expression-Summer Bloom
By Shizico Yi
Located in London, GB
Summer Bloom series began in 2022, where Shizico Yi celebrating the season by painting en plein air in her garden. In 2024, she embarks on a fresh chapter with her new rose garden. T...
Gesso, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Spring. Awakening
By Olena Kishkurno
Located in Zofingen, AG
shipped in roll “Spring. Awakening” reflects the first quiet shift of the season — a moment when light, color, and space begin to open. Soft layers of pale tones, subtle pinks, and g...
Canvas, Acrylic
$1,250
H 24.02 in W 47.84 in D 0.79 in
Floral Fantasy: Nature Abstract Bold Statement Colorful Invest Striking Delight
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Floral Fantasy Nature, Abstract, Bold, Statement, Colorful, Invest, Striking, Delight, Modern, Landscape. In this work, I've poured my heart into a vivid garden of dreams, u...
Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Stretcher Bars
$5,067
H 39.77 in W 29.93 in D 0.6 in
Original Oil-Having aCigarette amongst LimeTrees-British Awarded Artist-Framed
By Shizico Yi
Located in London, GB
Summer 2024, the avenue of 130-year-old Lime trees surrounding Shizico’s new cottage Garden captivated and inspired Shizico Yi to paint on a larger scale; with t...
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$590
H 18.12 in W 24.02 in D 1.38 in
The Awakening: Colorful Floral Landscape Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: The Awakening 2 Floral Landscape Nature Colorful Vibrant Flowers Joy Delight Texture Layers Little Gem In creating this painting, I portrayed the vibrant dance of nature and...
Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Stretcher Bars
$525
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in
Contemporary abstract expressionist nature on canvas "Beneath the summer skies"
By Mougenot Natalya
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
"Beneath the Summer Skies" is a dynamic, contemporary abstract landscape by the French artist Natalya Mougenot, part of her Nature series, where she delves into the natural world thr...
Canvas, Acrylic
$320Sale Price|20% Off
H 33.08 in W 23.23 in D 0.79 in
Captivated: Art Deco, Modern, Abstract, Colorful, Minimalism, Invest, Bold, Joy
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Captivated Art Deco, Modern, Abstract, Colorful, Minimalism, Invest, Bold, Joy, Captivated, Beauty, Enchanted, Enthralled, Vivid, Bold This series connects to that around as...
Oil, Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Stretcher Bars
$450Sale Price|25% Off
H 24.02 in W 24.02 in D 0.79 in
Golden Thread - Painting Abstract Expression Gilding Calm Ocean Blue Abundance
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Golden Thread Golden Thread - Painting Abstract Expression Gilding Calm Ocean Blue Abundance Gold In this piece, I've embraced the dance of harmony and flow. With featherli...
Gold Leaf
$1,400
H 36 in W 36 in
Diamond XXXII /// Contemporary Abstract Geometric Minimal Painting Striped Art
By Jack Graves III
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Jack Graves III (American, 1988-) Title: "Diamond XXXII" Series: Diamond *Signed by Graves lower right. It is also signed, titled, and dated on verso Year: 2021 Medium: Orig...
Canvas, Paint, Acrylic
$1,351
H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 0.16 in
Original Set of 2-The Rosarian-British School-Awarded Artist-Expression-Abstract
By Shizico Yi
Located in London, GB
These two paintings are the Rosarian-La Vie en Rose : Summer Bloom Series where she takes on the challenge of white and roses; in Shizico's opinion, colour of white and roses are the...
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$1,500
H 29.93 in W 39.77 in D 0.79 in
Sweet Patch of Joy: Large Painting, Floral, Impressionism, 76x101 cm
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: Sweet Patch of Joy Sweet Patch of Joy - Painting Floral Delight Impressionism Maximalism Unique Joy One-of-a-kind Butterfly In creating this piece, I poured my heart into vi...
Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Oil, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars
Abstracted Geometric Landscape -- "Mining Country"
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
"Mining Country" Montana, a beautiful geometric abstract watercolor in blue and soft orange hues, by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Signed and da...
Paper, Watercolor
Vintage Abstract Oil Painting by Erle Loran c.1950s
By Erle Loran
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Abstract Oil Painting by Erle Loran c.1950s Original oil on canvas Canvas dimensions 20" wide x 5" high The frame measures 21" wide x 26" high Signed verso Good vintage ...
Canvas, Oil
Erle Loran Mid Century Abstract Painting c.1964
By Erle Loran
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage abstract painting by Erle Loran (1905 - 1999), c.1964. This is another fantastic period abstract painting by listed artist, Erle Loran. The untitled work is done in oil on ...
Oil, Board
Erle Loran 'The Gate' Abstract Oil Painting
By Erle Loran
Located in San Rafael, CA
Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). The Gate, 1964. Oil on canvas Signed and dated 'Loran 64' lower right and signed and titled on the stretcher bar verso 10in H x 12in L. In origin...
Canvas, Oil
"Open Spaces" - Abstract Landscape
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Large scale abstract featuring fluid forms and shapes in bright colors, titled "Open Spaces" by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Titled on verso. Estate stamp on verso. Unframed. Im...
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 18.25 in W 15.25 in
Erle Loran Modernist Abstract Colorful Pastel Drawing California Artist
By Erle Loran
Located in Surfside, FL
Mixed media on paper, each with estate of the artist label affixed verso. Born: October 3, 1905, Minneapolis, MN Died: May 13, 1999, Berkeley, CA Erle Loran was born in 1905 in Minneapolis, Minnesota on October 3, 1905. After graduating from the University of Minnesota, Loran studied at the Minneapolis School of Art under direction of Cameron Booth. His talent was recognized early when in 1926, he won the Paris Prize of $6,000.00 offered by the John Armstrong Chaloner Foundation of New York City for travel and study which provided him the benefit of a traveling scholarship to Europe where he lived in the studio of Paul Cézanne. This exposure provided much influence to Loran's life, where he saw the works of Picasso and other mid century European modernists. Upon his return to the United States he published many articles on Cezanne. Loran moved to Northern California in 1936 and in 1937 he began his long teaching career in the art department of the University of California Berkeley. Worth Ryder invited Loran to join the faculty in 1936. Loran became identified as a leading exponent of the “Berkeley School,” a term coined by a San Francisco critic. The work of the group reflected Cézanne's concepts but placed greater emphasis on linear and texture. Loran, together with his colleagues, Ryder, Margaret Peterson...
Gouache
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H 17.25 in W 13.25 in
Erle Loran Modernist Abstract Colorful Gouache Painting California Artist
By Erle Loran
Located in Surfside, FL
Mixed media on paper, each with estate of the artist label affixed verso. Born: October 3, 1905, Minneapolis, MN Died: May 13, 1999, Berkeley, CA Erle Loran was born in 1905 in Minneapolis, Minnesota on October 3, 1905. After graduating from the University of Minnesota, Loran studied at the Minneapolis School of Art under direction of Cameron Booth. His talent was recognized early when in 1926, he won the Paris Prize of $6,000.00 offered by the John Armstrong Chaloner Foundation of New York City for travel and study which provided him the benefit of a traveling scholarship to Europe where he lived in the studio of Paul Cézanne. This exposure provided much influence to Loran's life, where he saw the works of Picasso and other mid century European modernists. Upon his return to the United States he published many articles on Cezanne. Loran moved to Northern California in 1936 and in 1937 he began his long teaching career in the art department of the University of California Berkeley. Worth Ryder invited Loran to join the faculty in 1936. Loran became identified as a leading exponent of the “Berkeley School,” a term coined by a San Francisco critic. The work of the group reflected Cézanne's concepts but placed greater emphasis on linear and texture. Loran, together with his colleagues, Ryder, Margaret Peterson...
Gouache
Mid Century Cyan Abstract
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Dynamic mid century cyan abstract by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Signed "Erle Loran" and dated "51" lower right. Presented in silver toned metal frame with mat sans glass. Ima...
Gouache, Archival Paper
Flat Top Mountains and Painted Desert Abstract
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Flat top mountains and painted desert, an abstract by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999), 1986. Unframed. Estate stamped on verso. Image size, 46"H x 52"W...
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 72 in W 52 in D 2 in
San Francisco Salt Ponds, Large-Scale Modern Abstract Geometric Landscape
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
San Francisco Salt Ponds, Large-Scale Modern Abstract Geometric Landscape Dramatic large scale abstracted landscape inspired by the Cargill San Francisco ...
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 46 in W 52 in D 2 in
Painted Hills of John Day Fossil Beds Abstracted Landscape
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Painted hills in the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in Oregon by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999).Erle Loran was a modernist of urban-coast views and geometric painting. Lora...
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 72 in W 52 in D 2 in
Large Scale White, Red, Blue and Pastel Abstract Geometric
By Erle Loran
Located in Soquel, CA
Substantial and striking abstract of red, white and blue colors by Erle Loran (American, 1905-1999). Estate stamp on verso. Can be oriented vertically or horizontally. Unframed. Imag...
Acrylic, Canvas