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)
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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
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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
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
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
$5,500
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
$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
Blue City Trees: Large Scale Geometric Abstract Landscape, 52x60
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 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
"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
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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 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
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
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
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
"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
"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 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
$7,800
H 45 in W 45 in D 1.5 in
Abstract Landscape Mixed Media Canvas Painting 45x45" The clarity of a shore
By Irena Orlov
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of a kind Mixed Medium on Canvas Artwork: Original abstract mixed media work on canvas, which combines new media - digital original hand painting, printed on canvas, then hand p...
Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Mixed Media
$4,800
H 44 in W 44 in D 1 in
Solar Dazzle, Abstract Art, Contemporary Art, Reflection Series of Water &Glass
By Ellen Hart
Located in Houston, TX
Celadon Sea Celadon Sea is part of C. Ellen Hart’s Reflection Series. The works feature reflections found on the surfaces of water and glass. She seeks out images that commonly ...
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$2,500
H 31 in W 25 in
Gale - Contemporary Abstract Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Framed, 32x26 in
By Sandra Goldie
Located in Bloomfield, ON
This contemporary abstract acrylic painting was inspired by nature. Sandra Goldie’s artwork has been praised by one of Quebec’s leading abstract artists. Leopold Plotek described th...
Canvas, Acrylic
$1,490
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
$1,101
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 0.2 in
Original-Jardin d'Hiver-Cloud Dahlias in Blue-British Awarded Artist-Impasto
By Shizico Yi
Located in London, GB
Jardin d'Hiver Series is Shizico Yi's latest collection, created in her winter studio with an expensive window view to the winter clouds while longing for the summer left behind. Ref...
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$385
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 0.79 in
Peachy Saturdays, Contemporary Abstract Painting, original painting
By Rebecca Newport
Located in Deddington, GB
Rebecca's work is inspired by a lifelong love of nature, colour, and pattern. Growing up in Kew, she was deeply influenced by the beauty of Kew Gardens and its rich abundance of bota...
Canvas, Acrylic
$16,518Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 29 in D 2 in
Modern Landscape Painting of the Scottish Highlands by Contemporary Artist
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Colourful Abstract Landscape Painting of the Scottish Highlands by Leading Contemporary British Artist, Angela Wakefield Art measures 24 x 24 inches Frame measure 29 x 29 inches This vibrant painting beautifully captures the dramatic beauty of the Scottish Highlands, featuring a striking mountain range bathed in golden sunlight. The artist masterfully blends warm tones of yellows and greens in the rolling hills, contrasted with the cool blues and purples of the rugged peaks. A quaint white cottage nestled at the foot of the mountains adds a charming focal point, evoking a sense of solitude and peacefulness. The expansive sky, painted in soft blues and whites, enhances the feeling of vastness and freedom. The modern black frame complements the bold, contemporary style of the artwork, making it an eye-catching piece that brings the majestic allure of Scotland's landscapes into any home. Ideal for those who appreciate both the grandeur and tranquility of nature. Angela Wakefield has twice been on the front cover of ‘Art of England’ and featured in ARTnews, attracting international attention and critical acclaim with her urban landscape paintings of New York, London & the North of England. The style of painting has been described as ‘contemporary realism’, and is often favourably compared with Edward Hopper by collectors and art critics. Angela’s work is held in private collections in Europe and the USA, including the British Royal Family. Her admirers include leading figures in international business, filmmaking and the media. PROVENANCE: Ascot Studios...
Canvas, Acrylic
$2,725
H 23.63 in W 39.38 in D 0.12 in
Original Diptych-Jardin d'Hiver Moonlit Series-Awarded Artist-Dahlias in blooms
By Shizico Yi
Located in London, GB
[Jardin d'Hiver] is Shizico Yi's on-going series, created in her winter studio while savouring for the summer left behind. This diptych included one evening scene of the last full m...
Gold Leaf
$600
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
$633
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 0.12 in
Original-Primary Red-Sunlit-British Awarded Artist-Gold Leaf oil on canvas
By Shizico Yi
Located in London, GB
Primary Colour Series- Red is Shizico Yi's on going project, inspired by Japanese woodblock Print and the a nod to calligraphy tradition. The series is a continuation of her "Sunlit ...
Gold Leaf
$1,445
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 0.12 in
Original-Moonlit Dahlias in Blue-Jardin d'Hiver-British Awarded Artist-abstract
By Shizico Yi
Located in London, GB
[Jardin d'Hiver] is Shizico Yi's on-going series, created in her winter studio while savouring for the summer left behind. This is an evening scene of the last full moon before the L...
Gold Leaf
$5,161
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
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