Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

American, 1887-1964

Frank Nelson Wilcox (October 3, 1887 – April 17, 1964) was a modernist American artist and a master of watercolor. Wilcox is described as the "Dean of Cleveland School painters," though some sources give this appellation to Henry Keller or Frederick Gottwald. Wilcox was born on October 3, 1887 to Frank Nelson Wilcox, Sr. and Jessie Fremont Snow Wilcox at 61 Linwood Street in Cleveland, Ohio. His father, a prominent lawyer, died at home in 1904 shortly before Wilcox' 17th birthday. His brother, lawyer and publisher Owen N. Wilcox, was president of the Gates Legal Publishing Company or The Gates Press. His sister Ruth Wilcox was a respected librarian. In 1906 Wilcox enrolled from the Cleveland School of Art under the tutelage of Henry Keller, Louis Rorimer, and Frederick Gottwald. He also attended Keller's Berlin Heights summer school from 1909. After graduating in 1910, Wilcox traveled and studied in Europe, sometimes dropping by Académie Colarossi in the evening to sketch the model or the other students at their easels, where he was influenced by French impressionism. Wilcox was influenced by Keller's innovative watercolor techniques, and from 1910 to 1916 they experimented together with impressionism and post-impressionism. Wilcox soon developed his own signature style in the American Scene or Regionalist tradition of the early 20th century. He joined the Cleveland School of Art faculty in 1913. Among his students were Lawrence Edwin Blazey, Carl Gaertner, Paul Travis, and Charles E. Burchfield. Around this time Wilcox became associated with Cowan Pottery. In 1916 Wilcox married fellow artist Florence Bard, and they spent most of their honeymoon painting in Berlin Heights with Keller. They had one daughter, Mary. In 1918 he joined the Cleveland Society of Artists, a conservative counter to the Bohemian Kokoon Arts Club, and would later serve as its president. He also began teaching night school at the John Huntington Polytechnic Institute at this time, and taught briefly at Baldwin-Wallace College. Wilcox displayed over 250 works at Cleveland's annual May Show. He received numerous awards, including the Penton Medal for as The Omnibus, Paris (1920), Fish Tug on Lake Erie (1921), Blacksmith Shop (1922), and The Gravel Pit (1922). Other paintings include The Trailing Fog (1929), Under the Big Top (1930), and Ohio Landscape (1932). Wilcox died on April 17, 1964, having taught at the Cleveland School of Art (now Cleveland Institute of Art or CIA) for over 40 years. Today CIA awards an annual scholarship prize in his name to students majoring in printmaking.

Artist: Frank Wilcox

Frank WilcoxView Towards Christmas Cove, Maine, Early 20th Century East Coast Landscape, c. 1923

$15,000

View Towards Christmas Cove, Maine, Early 20th Century East Coast Landscape

By Frank Wilcox

Located in Beachwood, OH

View Towards Christmas Cove, Maine, c. 1923 Watercolor on paper Signed lower right 14 x 19.5 inches Frank Nelson Wilcox (October 3, 1887 – April 17, 1...

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1920s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Watercolor

Frank WilcoxRiders Through the Canyon, Mid-Century Western Landscape, Cleveland School, c. 1941

$33,000

Riders Through the Canyon, Mid-Century Western Landscape, Cleveland School

By Frank Wilcox

Located in Beachwood, OH

Riders Through the Canyon, c. 1941 Oil on board Signed lower right 24 x 32.25 inches "Also, on this second trip the significant colors of the Southwest became apparent - the prep...

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1940s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Oil

Frank WilcoxShower at Head of Valley, Colorado Western Landscape, Cleveland School Artist, c. 1950

$6,000

Shower at Head of Valley, Colorado Western Landscape, Cleveland School Artist

By Frank Wilcox

Located in Beachwood, OH

Shower at Head of Valley, c. 1950 Watercolor on paper Frank Nelson Wilcox (October 3, 1887 – April 17, 1964) was a modernist American artist and a master of watercolor. Wilcox is described as the "Dean of Cleveland School painters". In 1906 Wilcox enrolled from the Cleveland School of Art...

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1950s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Watercolor

Frank WilcoxFrosty Dawn, Upstate New York, 20th century American modern watercolor, c. 1916

$6,820

Frosty Dawn, Upstate New York, 20th century American modern watercolor

By Frank Wilcox

Located in Beachwood, OH

Frank Nelson Wilcox (American, 1887-1964) Frosty Dawn, Upstate New York, c. 1916 Watercolor and gouache on board Signed lower right 21 x 30 inches 25.5 x 34 inches, framed Frank Nelson Wilcox (October 3, 1887 – April 17, 1964) was a modernist American artist and a master of watercolor. Wilcox is described as the "Dean of Cleveland School painters". In 1906 Wilcox enrolled from the Cleveland School of Art...

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1910s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Watercolor, Gouache

Frank WilcoxCliffs at Paramé, France, 20th century seascape & landscape watercolor, c. 1926

$6,000

Cliffs at Paramé, France, 20th century seascape & landscape watercolor

By Frank Wilcox

Located in Beachwood, OH

Frank Nelson Wilcox (American, 1887-1964) Cliffs at Paramé, France, c. 1926 Watercolor on paper Signed lower right 14 x 17.5 inches 18 x 21.5 inches, framed Frank Nelson Wilcox (O...

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1920s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Watercolor

Frank WilcoxVenetian Canal, Early 20th Century Landscape Scene, Cleveland School Artist, c. 1910-11

$27,000

Venetian Canal, Early 20th Century Landscape Scene, Cleveland School Artist

By Frank Wilcox

Located in Beachwood, OH

Venetian Canal, c. 1910-11 Tempera on board Signed lower right 24 x 30 inches 30 x 36 inches, framed Frank Nelson Wilcox (October 3, 1887 – April 17, ...

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1910s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Tempera

Frank WilcoxTurkeys in the Trees, Early 20th Century Farm Landscape Watercolor, c. 1922

$11,500

Turkeys in the Trees, Early 20th Century Farm Landscape Watercolor

By Frank Wilcox

Located in Beachwood, OH

Turkey in the Trees, c. 1922 Watercolor on paper Signed lower right 22 x 29 inches Frank Nelson Wilcox (October 3, 1887 – April 17, 1964) was a modernist American artist and a mast...

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1920s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Watercolor

Rudolph PenA Large, Dynamic Mid-Century Modern Figurative Landscape Painting by Rudolph Pen, circa 1960

$2,800

H 36 in W 50 in D 2 in

A Large, Dynamic Mid-Century Modern Figurative Landscape Painting by Rudolph Pen

Located in Chicago, IL

A large, dynamic Mid-Century Modern summer landscape painting with standing female bathers by notable Chicago artist, Rudolph T. Pen. A wonderful example of the artist's uniquely ex...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Rudolph PenA Charming 1940s Modern Watercolor of a City in Mexico w/ Cathedral and Rooftops, 1944

$1,200

H 12 in W 22.5 in D 0.13 in

A Charming 1940s Modern Watercolor of a City in Mexico w/ Cathedral and Rooftops

Located in Chicago, IL

A Charming 1940s Watercolor of a City in Mexico with Cathedral and Rooftops by Noted Chicago Artist, Rudolph T. Pen. A well executed early work by Pen, completed during the artist's...

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1940s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Watercolor, Gouache, Paper

Robert Smullyan Sloan“Central Park in Winter, 1949” Manhattan New York City Snow Day Sleds Children, 1949

$5,500

H 29.75 in W 35.75 in D 2 in

“Central Park in Winter, 1949” Manhattan New York City Snow Day Sleds Children

Located in Yardley, PA

With a studied hand, Sloan captures the human theater of a snow-covered Central Park filled with bundled-up New Yorkers, sledding, walking, chatting, and caring for children. The exp...

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1940s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Tempera, Oil, Masonite

Francis Chapin1930s Mexican City Scene by Chicago Artist Francis Chapin, City Plaza, Guaymas, Circa 1935

$985

H 17.5 in W 25.5 in D 1 in

1930s Mexican City Scene by Chicago Artist Francis Chapin, City Plaza, Guaymas

By Francis Chapin

Located in Chicago, IL

A charming, vibrant, 1930s Modern Mexican city street scene by famed Chicago Modern artist Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965). Depicting a picturesque view of a quiet square in the hist...

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1930s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Francis ChapinA Bustling, 1950s Mid-Century Modern Summer Harbor Scene of Martha's Vineyard, Circa 1950

$950

H 10.5 in W 19.75 in D 1.25 in

A Bustling, 1950s Mid-Century Modern Summer Harbor Scene of Martha's Vineyard

By Francis Chapin

Located in Chicago, IL

A Bustling 1950s Mid-Century Modern Harbor Scene of Martha's Vineyard by Famed Chicago Artist, Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965). A busy harbor scene of sandy shoreline, docks and boat...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Francis ChapinA Large, Expansive 1950s Mid-Century Modern Landscape Painting, Sedona, Arizona, Circa 1955

$2,500

H 20 in W 40 in D 2 in

A Large, Expansive 1950s Mid-Century Modern Landscape Painting, Sedona, Arizona

By Francis Chapin

Located in Chicago, IL

A large, expansive 1950s Mid-Century Modern Southwestern landscape painting of Sedona, Arizona by notable Chicago artist, Francis Chapin. Depicting a scenic, colorful view of Cathed...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Francis ChapinA Scenic 1940s Modern Summer Harbor Scene of Saugatuck, Michigan- Francis Chapin, circa 1935

$1,600

H 18.75 in W 24.75 in D 1 in

A Scenic 1940s Modern Summer Harbor Scene of Saugatuck, Michigan- Francis Chapin

By Francis Chapin

Located in Chicago, IL

A scenic, colorful Modern 1930s summer harbor scene of Saugatuck, Michigan by notable Chicago Modern artist, Francis Chapin. Depicting a lively summer harbor view of the historic S...

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1940s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Oil, Board

Rita Duis (Astley-Bell)Delightful 1950s Cubist Harbor Scene by Woman Artist Rita Duis (Astley-Bell), circa 1955

$385

H 14 in W 18 in D 0.13 in

Delightful 1950s Cubist Harbor Scene by Woman Artist Rita Duis (Astley-Bell)

Located in Chicago, IL

A Mid-Century Modern, 1950s Cubist watercolor of a brightly-colored dock scene by Chicago and New York artist Rita Duis (Astley-Bell). Signed "Duis", lower left. Artwork size: 8 1/...

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1950s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Watercolor, Paper

Turner B. MessickTurner B. Messick 1938 Colorado Winter Landscape Watercolor Painting, 1938

$4,250

H 24.25 in W 21.5 in D 1 in

Turner B. Messick 1938 Colorado Winter Landscape Watercolor Painting

Located in Denver, CO

This refined 1938 watercolor by American modernist Turner B. Messick captures the quiet stillness of a winter landscape, likely set in Colorado. A solitary bare tree anchors the fore...

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1930s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Watercolor

Harold HaydonA Serene 1940's Vermont Landscape Painting by Harold Haydon, circa 1940

$1,600

H 20 in W 24 in D 1.25 in

A Serene 1940's Vermont Landscape Painting by Harold Haydon

By Harold Haydon

Located in Chicago, IL

A scenic, American Modern 1940s Vermont summer landscape painting, depicting evergreen trees overlooking a placid lake by notable Chicago artist, Harold Haydon. Oil on canvas, measu...

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1940s American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Francis ChapinA Large Compelling Mid-Century Modern Painting, Rome at Night, Ponte Sant’Angelo, circa 1963

$2,600

H 24.5 in W 36.5 in D 1 in

A Large Compelling Mid-Century Modern Painting, Rome at Night, Ponte Sant’Angelo

By Francis Chapin

Located in Chicago, IL

A large, compelling Mid-Century Modern painting of Rome by famed Chicago artist, Francis Chapin. Depicting a vibrant nocturne view of the historic Ponte Sant’Angelo, the painting da...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Francis ChapinA Charming 1950s Painting of Lisbon, Portugal by Famed Artist Francis Chapin, Circa 1950

$1,200

H 12.5 in W 16.5 in D 1.25 in

A Charming 1950s Painting of Lisbon, Portugal by Famed Artist Francis Chapin

By Francis Chapin

Located in Chicago, IL

A Charming, 1950s Painting of Lisbon, Portugal by Famed Chicago Modern Artist Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965). Depicting a bustling, colorful view of Lisbon's historic Black Horse Sq...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Frank Wilcox Landscape Paintings

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Board, Canvas, Oil

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Find a wide variety of authentic Frank Wilcox landscape paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of landscape paintings to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue, purple and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Frank Wilcox in paint, watercolor, gouache and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the modern style. Not every interior allows for large Frank Wilcox landscape paintings, so small editions measuring 18 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Stan Brodsky, Charles Ragland Bunnell, and Henry Martin Gasser. Frank Wilcox landscape paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $6,000 and tops out at $33,000, while the average work can sell for $11,500.