James McCray Art

American, 1912-1993

James McCray taught at the California School of Fine Arts in San Francisco during the 1940s. He had solo and group exhibitions from 1935–66. Among them: Oakland Art Gallery in 1935, Golden Gate International Exposition in 1940, 57th Annual Painting and Sculpture Exhibition San Francisco Art Association at the San Francisco Museum of Art in 1937. Third-Fifth Winter Invitational, California Palace of the Legion of Honor in 1962, 1963, 1964. Salon de Realite, Paris and Institute of Creative Arts Grant in 1965–66.

Artist: James McCray

James McCrayWhite Abstract Cubes -- San Francisco Abstract Expressionist School, 1966

$2,650

White Abstract Cubes -- San Francisco Abstract Expressionist School

By James McCray

Located in Soquel, CA

Stunning white cubes, a substantial abstract expressionist oil painting by James McCray (American, 1912-1993). Unsigned, with his inventory number scheme on stretcher "C- I-66 for C for Cal' University of California Berkeley,1966. From the estate of James McCray; provenance: David Carlson Collection. Unframed. Image size, 24"H x 30"W. As one of the second wave of San Francisco abstract...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

Stacha HalpernBlack and White Abstract Expressionist Painting, 1962

$9,500

H 33.25 in W 40.63 in D 2.13 in

Black and White Abstract Expressionist Painting

By Stacha Halpern

Located in Houston, TX

Black and white abstract figurative painting by Polish-Australian artist, Stacha Halpern. This painting depicts large, thick, and bold black and white strokes accentuated by reds, bl...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

James O'SheaAcreage (Abstract Expressionist Oil on Canvas Painting in Tones of Blue & Taupe), 2021

$6,400

H 44 in W 44 in D 1.5 in

Acreage (Abstract Expressionist Oil on Canvas Painting in Tones of Blue & Taupe)

By James O'Shea

Located in Hudson, NY

Gestural, abstract expressionist oil painting on canvas in tones of blue and taupe, with pops of ochre and mauve Painted by Hudson Valley based artist, James O'Shea in 2021 Oil on c...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

Frédéric ChoiselCiel de Nuit (Night Sky) / Triptych 80 x 138 inches / 6.5 x 11.5 feet, 2017

$24,000

H 80 in W 138 in D 1.75 in

Ciel de Nuit (Night Sky) / Triptych 80 x 138 inches / 6.5 x 11.5 feet

By Frédéric Choisel

Located in Burlingame, CA

Ciel de Nuit ( Night Sky) is a magnificent triptych of abstract golden clouds in a sky full of rich blues. Elegant and atmospheric. Ciel de Nuit is 80" X 138" OVERALL. Each of the th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

Menelaw SeteAbstract Still Life with Figures, 1999

$2,800

H 59.25 in W 72 in D 1 in

Abstract Still Life with Figures

By Menelaw Sete

Located in Milford, NH

A wonderful large abstract still life oil painting with figures by Brazilian artist Menelaw Sete (aka Sete Menelaw, b. 1964). Menelaw Sete is internationally known as “The Picasso of...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

David LundAbstract in Brown Tones, 1958

$3,200

H 39.5 in W 31.5 in D 1 in

Abstract in Brown Tones

Located in Milford, NH

A fine abstract in brown tones by American artist David Lund (b. 1925). David Lund’s illustrious painting career spans over 65 years. Born in New York, the...

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1950s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

Ben GeorgiaUntitled, 2018

$12,000

H 48 in W 48 in D 2 in

Untitled

By Ben Georgia

Located in Summit, NJ

Gorgeous large abstract by Ben Georgia. Great texture and color.

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2010s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

Bill BateQuiet Serenade - abstracted figurative art - underwater expressive oil painting, 2025

$3,060

H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 1.19 in

Quiet Serenade - abstracted figurative art - underwater expressive oil painting

Located in London, Chelsea

We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

Antonio AlvaradoComposicion #23, 1962

$6,800

H 69.75 in W 38.5 in D 1.63 in

Composicion #23

Located in Milford, NH

A fine Mid Century vertical abstract expressionist oil painting by Panamanian artist Antonio Alvarado (b. 1938). Antonio studied under the figurative ...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

Tony Magar"Shot Blue / Tree People" Blue & Yellow Abstract Expressionist Diptych Painting, 1996

$12,000

H 44 in W 88 in D 1.75 in

"Shot Blue / Tree People" Blue & Yellow Abstract Expressionist Diptych Painting

By Tony Magar

Located in Houston, TX

Modern blue and yellow abstract expressionist painting by English artist Tony Magar. The work features bold, emotive strokes that continue across both canvases. Signed in the front l...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

Tony Magar"Layers Of Time In Jimmy's Garden" Colorful Abstract Expressionist Painting, 1996

$7,500

H 51 in W 48 in D 1.75 in

"Layers Of Time In Jimmy's Garden" Colorful Abstract Expressionist Painting

By Tony Magar

Located in Houston, TX

Modern pink, yellow, and blue abstract expressionist painting by English artist Tony Magar. The work features bold, emotive strokes that continue around the edges with a patch of whi...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

Raymond ParkerUntitled, 1965

$62,500

H 30.12 in W 23.25 in

Untitled

By Raymond Parker

Located in Palm Desert, CA

"Untitled" is an oil on canvas painting made by Ray Parker in 1965. The piece is signed verso, "R. Parker, 30 x 24, 1965". The art size is 30 1/8 x 23 1/4 inches. The framed size is ...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Canvas, Oil

Ben GeorgiaMatch, 2017

$6,500

H 24 in W 24 in D 1.5 in

Match

By Ben Georgia

Located in Summit, NJ

Gorgeous color is d texture n this 24x24 oil on canvas by abstract expressionist Ben Georgia. Georgia's color block technique and his rich texture make his work a perfect example of Abstract Expressionism. Ben's art has evolved from his studies with Theodore Stamos...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Previously Available Items

James McCray1976 "View of the Bay" Bay Area Artist Landscape Painting, 1976

Sold

H 23 in W 29 in

1976 "View of the Bay" Bay Area Artist Landscape Painting

By James McCray

Located in New York, NY

James McCray View of the Bay 1976 Gouache on paper 29"x23" *unframed $650 Signed and dated lower right *Listed price reflects custom framing selected by seller. Please expect fr...

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1970s Other Art Style James McCray Art

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Paper, Gouache

James McCrayCalistoga Palisades Abstract Landscape, 1976

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H 26.5 in W 31.75 in D 0.13 in

Calistoga Palisades Abstract Landscape

By James McCray

Located in Soquel, CA

Brightly colored abstract geometric landscape by James McCray (American, 1912-1993). Signed and dated "JM '76 June 19) in the lower right corner and titled center "Palisades Calistog...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Paper, Ink, Watercolor

James McCrayApples and Plums, 1955

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H 40 in W 51 in D 2 in

Apples and Plums

By James McCray

Located in Soquel, CA

Beautiful, rich colors in this abstract expressionist still life entitled "Apples and Plums" by James McCray (American, 1912-1993). Signed "McCray" lower right; titled on verso. Disp...

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20th Century Abstract Expressionist James McCray Art

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Masonite, Oil

James McCrayCalistoga Foothills, 1976

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H 22 in W 30 in D 1 in

Calistoga Foothills

By James McCray

Located in Soquel, CA

Vivid modern landscape of Calistoga foothills by listed California artist James McCray (American, 1912-1993). Signed "J.M. 76" and "Calistoga Oct. 29" lower right. Unframed. James McCray was born in Niles, California and is primarily known for his abstract geometric paintings. McCray received a scholarship to study in Pennsylvania at the Barnes Foundation...

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1960s Other Art Style James McCray Art

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Archival Paper, Watercolor

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