Tom Perkinson

American, b. 1940

Tom Perkinson, born in Indiana in 1940, has become distinguished as a regional painter, known for his work grounded in the visually dramatic landscape of the Southwest. As a child, Perkinson discovered he had a love for the natural landscape and a talent for art. He fostered that talent through classes at the John Herron Art Institute in Indianapolis and then at the Chicago Art Academy upon graduating from high school. He received a degree in art from Oklahoma Baptist University in 1964, before moving on to graduate school at the University of New Mexico. Here, he continued to paint the landscape and it was this work that began to reflect a new fascination with the Southwest. He had found what would become an infinite source of inspiration. Influenced by early painters of the southern Indiana landscape, painters like T. C. Steele, Vawter, Schultze and Forsythe, Perkinson’s early work focused on landscape, still life and city scenes. As his love of the New Mexico landscape grew, his work matured, finding influence in J.M.W. Turner, George Inness and James Mcneill Whistler. Soon, a distinctive, sprung-from-the-imagination style he came to describe as romantic realism began evolving. “None of these places exist”, he says, “I just make them up as I paint them." It was this preference for spontaneity that led to watercolor as his preferred medium. After more than four decades now as an artist painting New Mexico, Perkinson has built a prolific career. His work is included in private and public collections across the globe and he is represented in the collections of many museums, including the Museum of New Mexico in Santa Fe, the University Art Museum in Albuquerque and the Eiteljorg Museum of Western Art in Indianapolis. His work is also included in the May 2006 book titled Landscapes of New Mexico, Paintings From the Land of Enchantment. He currently resides in Corrales, New Mexico, where he has lived for 20 years with his wife, renowned jewelry artist Louise Perkinson.

Creator: Tom Perkinson

"Shallow River" Pastel Painting by Tom Perkinson

$1,600Sale Price|57% Off

"Shallow River" Pastel Painting by Tom Perkinson

By Tom Perkinson

Located in Wiscasset, ME

Painting is essentially unframed and in excellent condition. Tom Perkinson was born in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1940. He was raised in the country and developed a love for the natural landscape. He discovered that he had a talent for art while in elementary school. Art quickly became his chosen passion. During high school he studied at John Herron Institute of Art in Indianapolis. After high school, he studied at the Chicago Academy of Art. He left Indiana to pursue an undergraduate degree in Oklahoma. Each year while attending the university, he was invited to stage an annual exhibit of his work. His early work focused on the landscape, but also included still lifes and city scenes. At that time, his favorite artists were the early American painters...

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1980s American Vintage Tom Perkinson

Tonalist Pastel Landscape Painting by Lori Gergens

$725

H 28 in W 18 in D 0.75 in

Tonalist Pastel Landscape Painting by Lori Gergens

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Early antique 20th century tonalist winter snowy pastel landscape painting by Lori Gergens. Framed and matted. Painting size 9.5" x 20", frame size 18" x 28".

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1910s American Vintage Tom Perkinson

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Glass, Wood

Oil Painting by B. Lambert / K. Kaufman Autumn Landscape with River

$1,970

H 36.23 in W 17.72 in D 1.19 in

Oil Painting by B. Lambert / K. Kaufman Autumn Landscape with River

By Karl Kaufmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Oil painting by Karl Kaufmann (signed B. Lambert (1843-1901)) Autumn landscape (forest scene) with river The outer frame measures 92 x 45cm. The actual picture is 82 x 35cm big. Go...

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1890s Austrian Antique Tom Perkinson

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Canvas

Oil Painting by B. Lambert / K. Kaufman Autumn Landscape with River

$1,690

H 36.23 in W 17.72 in D 1.19 in

Oil Painting by B. Lambert / K. Kaufman Autumn Landscape with River

By Karl Kaufmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Oil painting by Kal Kaufmann (signed B. Lambert (1843 - 1901)) Autumn landscape (forest scene) with river The outer frame measures 92 x 45cm. The actual picture is 82 x 35cm big. S...

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1890s Austrian Antique Tom Perkinson

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Canvas

Abstract Painting by Tom Andersen

$2,801

H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 1.38 in

Abstract Painting by Tom Andersen

Located in London, GB

An abstract painting Oil on canvas, signed Tom Andersen Denmark, mid 20th Century

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Tom Perkinson

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Canvas, Paint

Mid Century Austrian Viennese Woodland River Landscape Oil Painting by Jacobs

$822Sale Price|30% Off

H 33 in W 57 in D 2.5 in

Mid Century Austrian Viennese Woodland River Landscape Oil Painting by Jacobs

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid 20th Century Realist Austrian oil painting, signed lower right Jacobs. The painting features a woodland setting with beautiful trees around ...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Tom Perkinson

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Canvas, Paint

French River Landscape Oil Painting by Pezant, 1900s

$1,926Sale Price|29% Off

H 25.01 in W 28.55 in D 1.19 in

French River Landscape Oil Painting by Pezant, 1900s

Located in Lisbon, PT

This early 20th-century oil painting depicts a peaceful French countryside scene, with a cottage by a river, surrounded by lush trees and rolling hills. A small wooden boat rests ne...

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Early 20th Century French Tom Perkinson

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Canvas

19th Century European Pastoral Painting by Tom WIlson (American)

$3,300

H 38 in W 44.5 in

19th Century European Pastoral Painting by Tom WIlson (American)

By Tom Wilson

Located in Hanover, MA

Beautifully presented oil on canvas by American painter, Tom Wilson, of an idyllic Arcadian river scene with classical ruins and castle and solitary figure ...

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19th Century European Antique Tom Perkinson

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Canvas

Original Abstract Painting by Listed Artists Tom Belloni

$3,900

H 45 in W 45 in D 3 in

Original Abstract Painting by Listed Artists Tom Belloni

By Tom Belloni

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful 1976 abstract mixed-media painting by America artists Tom Belloni. The painting has orange, browns and gold colors. The painting is hand signed Belloni and dated 1976 on ...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Tom Perkinson

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Resin, Acrylic

Painting "Different Dreams" 2018 Pastel Acrylic Canvas by Cecilia Setterdahl

$3,270

H 59.06 in W 39.38 in D 1.19 in

Painting "Different Dreams" 2018 Pastel Acrylic Canvas by Cecilia Setterdahl

By Cecilia Setterdahl

Located in Dubai, Dubai

About the painting “Different Dreams” Dreams can be in different shapes and in different colours . Some are in strong relief, some are soft and faded and can go deep in or up to t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Tom Perkinson

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Canvas, Acrylic

Pair Tonalist Pastel Landscape Paintings by William Henry Chandler

$1,050

H 27 in W 14 in D 1 in

Pair Tonalist Pastel Landscape Paintings by William Henry Chandler

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair of early antique 20th century tonalist pastel landscape paintings by well known listed artist William Henry Chandler (American, 1854-1928). The paintings are of a cottage scene,...

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1910s American Vintage Tom Perkinson

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Glass, Wood

Paul Nabb Cubist Abstract Pastel Painting

$800

H 40 in W 29.5 in D 1 in

Paul Nabb Cubist Abstract Pastel Painting

Located in Miami, FL

An abstract pastel on paper by Paul Nabb. Colorful and very dynamic

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1960s American Vintage Tom Perkinson

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Paper, Crayon

Mid Century 1950s German Castle River Landscape Pastel Painting Drawing

$164Sale Price|30% Off

H 26.5 in W 32 in D 0.75 in

Mid Century 1950s German Castle River Landscape Pastel Painting Drawing

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century 1950s framed German pastel painting of a hilly landscape by a river centered on a stone castle or chateau and farmhouse. Purchased in the 50s in Frankfurt. Measures: 3...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tom Perkinson

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Paint

Previously Available Items

"A Shark in the Sky" Painting by Tom Perkinson

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H 38 in W 36 in D 2 in

"A Shark in the Sky" Painting by Tom Perkinson

By Tom Perkinson

Located in Wiscasset, ME

Tom Perkinson was born in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1940. He was raised in the country, and developed a love for the natural landscape. He discovered that he had a talent for art while in elementary school. Art quickly became his chosen passion. During high school he studied at John Herron Institute of Art in Indianapolis. After high school, he studied at the Chicago Academy of Art. He left Indiana to pursue an undergraduate degree in Oklahoma. Each year while attending the university, he was invited to stage an annual exhibit of his work. His early work focused on the landscape, but also included still lifes and city scenes. At that time, his favorite artists were the early American painters...

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1980s American Vintage Tom Perkinson

"Summer Pond" Painting by Tom Perkinson

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H 22 in W 16 in D 2 in

"Summer Pond" Painting by Tom Perkinson

By Tom Perkinson

Located in Wiscasset, ME

Oil on board. Tom Perkinson was born in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1940. He was raised in the country and developed a love for the natural landscape. He discovered that he had a talent for art while in elementary school. Art quickly became his chosen passion. During high school he studied at John Herron Institute of Art in Indianapolis. After high school, he studied at the Chicago Academy of Art. He left Indiana to pursue an undergraduate degree in Oklahoma. Each year while attending the university, he was invited to stage an annual exhibit of his work. His early work focused on the landscape, but also included still lifes and city scenes. At that time, his favorite artists were the early American painters...

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1980s American Vintage Tom Perkinson

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Paint

The Stables" Painting by Tom Perkinson

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H 24 in W 36 in D 2 in

The Stables" Painting by Tom Perkinson

By Tom Perkinson

Located in Wiscasset, ME

Oil on panel Tom Perkinson was born in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1940. He was raised in the country and developed a love for the natural landscape. He discovered that he had a talent for art while in elementary school. Art quickly became his chosen passion. During high school he studied at John Herron Institute of Art in Indianapolis. After high school, he studied at the Chicago Academy of Art. He left Indiana to pursue an undergraduate degree in Oklahoma. Each year while attending the university, he was invited to stage an annual exhibit of his work. His early work focused on the landscape, but also included still lifes and city scenes. At that time, his favorite artists were the early American painters...

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1980s American Vintage Tom Perkinson

Tom Perkinson furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Tom Perkinson furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Tom Perkinson furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Richard Faralla, Irving Amen, and Arthur Secunda. Prices for Tom Perkinson furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,600 and can go as high as $2,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,700.