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James McCray Paintings

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.

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Artist: James McCray
White Abstract Cubes -- San Francisco Abstract Expressionist School
White Abstract Cubes -- San Francisco Abstract Expressionist School

White Abstract Cubes -- San Francisco Abstract Expressionist School

By James McCray

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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 Paintings

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James Mccray paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic James McCray paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of 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 yellow and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by James McCray in canvas, fabric, ink and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large James McCray paintings, so small editions measuring 24 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Doris Warner, Allie William Skelton, and Les Anderson. James McCray paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,200 and tops out at $2,120, while the average work can sell for $1,660.