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1950s Signed Abstract Oil & Metal Foil on Board Textured Painting 'Warlock'
Located in Denver, CO
This original abstract oil and metal foil on board painting titled Warlock by George Cecil Carter (1908-1987) dates back to the 1950s. The piece is a striking example of Abstract Expressionism, painted in dynamic shades of dark blue, gray, white, orange, and purple. The artist's use of textured metal foil and oil paint creates an intriguing interplay of light and shadow, enhancing the piece's modernist appeal. Signed by Carter in the lower right corner, and titled and dated on the verso, this unique work is presented in its original George Nix frame, measuring 30 ¾ x 36 ¾ inches, with the image size itself measuring 23 ¼ x 29 ¼ inches.
About the Artist:
George Cecil Carter was born in 1908 in Woodward, Oklahoma, and became a prominent figure in the Colorado Abstract Expressionist scene. Despite having no formal artistic training, Carter developed a distinctive style, influenced by his diverse life experiences. He worked in various industries, including as a coal miner, gold miner, and machinist at Schneebeck's Industries in Colorado Springs for 20 years. During this time, Carter honed his artistic skills under the mentorship of Charles Bunnell, a painter from the Broadmoor Academy.
Carter’s works reflect the boldness and emotional intensity of Abstract Expressionism, with vivid colors and strong compositions. He worked primarily out of Colorado Springs and Canon City, Colorado, and exhibited his art nationally, including shows in Texas and Illinois. His contemporaries included fellow Colorado artists such as Al Wynne, Mary Chenoweth...
Category
1950s American Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Foil
Bernard Arnest “Signals, Orange/Black” 1962 Abstract Oil Painting, Signed, Frame
Located in Denver, CO
Signals, Orange/Black is a dynamic 1962 oil painting on masonite by American modernist Bernard Arnest (1917–1986). Signed by the artist in the lower center and titled on the reverse,...
Category
1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Edward Marecak Oil Painting – Semi-Abstract Parcheesi Modernist Art, 1990
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Parcheesi is a vibrant and imaginative 1990 semi-abstract oil on canvas by renowned Denver modernist Edward Marecak (1919–1993). In this dynamic composition, Marecak reinterprets the classic Parcheesi board...
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Acrylic Painting – Bold Red, Yellow, Blue, Black Art
By Beatrice Mandelman
Located in Denver, CO
Original mid-century modern abstract acrylic painting by renowned Taos artist Beatrice Mandelman (1912-1998). This striking composition features bold red, yellow, and blue hues, dyna...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
1950s Original Framed Abstract Figurative Oil Painting with Brown, White & Black
Located in Denver, CO
This striking 1950s abstract oil on canvas painting, created by Henriette "Yetti" Stolz in 1956, features a captivating blend of brown, white, black, and gray tones. Signed by the artist in the lower right corner, the piece showcases Stolz’s modernist approach to abstract figurative art. The painting is presented in a vintage frame with overall dimensions of 42 ¾ x 16 ¾ inches, while the image size measures 42 ¼ x 16 ¼ inches.
Provenance: Estate of the Artist, Henriette "Yetti" Stolz.
The painting is in good condition—please contact us for a detailed condition report.
About the Artist:
Henriette "Yetti" Stolz, born in 1935 in Serbia, emigrated to Denver, Colorado, in the early 1950s with her family after WWII. She attended East High School before pursuing her art studies at Colorado College in Colorado Springs during the mid to late 1950s. While there, Stolz was influenced by modernist artists, including Mary...
Category
1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Textured Mid-Century Modern Mixed Media Abstract Seascape with Blue, White
By Richard Sorby
Located in Denver, CO
This captivating 20th-century abstract seascape painting by Denver Modernist Richard Sorby (1911-2001) features a striking blend of blue, yellow, and white tones. Created using a mix of oil paint, mika, and sand on board, the work boasts rich texture and depth, typical of Sorby's signature style. The artwork is housed in a custom frame with archival materials, ensuring its long-term preservation. The framed dimensions are 13 ½ x 13 ½ x 1 ½ inches, with the image size measuring 4 ¾ x 4 ¾ x ¼ inches. A perfect addition to any modern art collection, this textured piece highlights Sorby’s mastery in blending color and form.
About the Artist:
Richard Sorby, a distinguished Denver Modernist, earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1937 from Colorado State College of Education (now the University of Northern Colorado). Sorby’s early studies under Estelle Stinchfield, a founder of the Denver Artists Guild, shaped his modernistic approach to art. Sorby also studied under the guidance of renowned artists Vance Kirkland and William Joseph Eastman...
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
American Modernist Abstract Autumn Landscape Oil Painting – Trees in Fall Colors
Located in Denver, CO
This mid-20th-century abstract landscape oil painting by American modernist Henriette "Yetti" Stolz beautifully captures a stylized forest scene, featuring trees rendered in rich, earthy tones of gold, brown, orange, and blue. The painting reflects Stolz's modernist approach, blending organic forms with abstract color fields. Signed on the back, this piece is presented in a vintage frame, with outer dimensions measuring 30 ¾ x 36 ¼ inches, and the image size is 30 ¼ x 35 ¾ inches.
Provenance:
Estate of the Artist, Henriette "Yetti" Stolz.
About the Artist:
Henriette "Yetti" Stolz was born in Serbia in 1935 and moved to Denver, Colorado, in the early 1950s after WWII. She studied art at Colorado College in Colorado Springs, where she was exposed to the modernist movements shaping the local art scene. Stolz was influenced by contemporary artists such as Mary Chenoweth...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Ink, Oil
Large Mid-Century Modern Abstract Cityscape Painting by Henriette Yetti Stolz
Located in Denver, CO
This dramatic mid-century oil and spackle painting by Henriette “Yetti” Stolz (American, 20th century) presents a bold abstract interpretation of a cityscape, featuring a dynamic bri...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Putty
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Bird Oil Painting by Henriette Yetti Stolz, 1950s
Located in Denver, CO
This captivating untitled abstract oil on canvas by renowned mid-century artist Henriette “Yetti” Stolz vividly portrays an abstract bird in rich, earthy hues of brown, green, and or...
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
1947 Modernist Family Portrait Gouache by Lewis Lee Tilley, Framed Artwork
Located in Denver, CO
Ortez (Modernist Family Portrait) is a vibrant 1947 abstract gouache on paper by American artist Lewis Lee Tilley (1921–2005). This dynamic composition captures a family of five seat...
Category
1940s American Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Paper, Gouache
$1,950 Sale Price
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1970s Abstract Mixed Media Painting, Acrylic & Crayon, Moody Dark Purple, Black
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
This abstract mixed media painting, created by renowned Denver artist Edward Marecak (1919-1993), combines crayon and acrylic paint in a striking geometric composition. The artwork f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Crayon, Acrylic
Masks and Flowers, 1984 Original Oil Painting by Edward Marecak, Abstract Art
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
This captivating vintage original oil painting on board, titled “Masks and Flowers” (1984), is by the acclaimed American modernist Edward Marecak (1919–1993). The artwork showcases M...
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
1940s American Modernist Abstract Industrial Watercolor Ink Charcoal Painting
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
This original vintage painting by Charles Ragland Bunnell (1897-1968), titled Quitting Time from Bunnell's Black and Blue Series from 1941, exemplifies his unique Abstract Structure ...
Category
1940s American Modern Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Charcoal, Ink, Watercolor
1940s-50s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Acrylic & Watercolor Painting of City Park
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Discover "A Small City Park", a striking mid-century modern abstract painting by renowned Denver artist Edward Marecak (1919-1993). This original acrylic and watercolor on paper show...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Watercolor
X Marks the Spot: 1960s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Acrylic & Pastel Mixed Media
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
"X Marks the Spot" is a striking 1960s abstract mixed media painting by 20th Century Denver artist Edward Marecak. Created using acrylic and pastel on paper, this captivating piece f...
Category
1960s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Pastel, Acrylic
Modernist Abstract Still Life Painting with Red-Orange Zinnias, American Art
Located in Denver, CO
This captivating oil on board painting by Paul Kauvar Smith (1893–1977) showcases a vibrant American Modernist still life featuring zinnia flowers in hues of red and orange. Set with...
Category
20th Century American Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
$2,250 Sale Price
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1975 Taos New Mexico Mid-Century Modern Abstract Vertical Oil Painting
By James Meek
Located in Denver, CO
Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and bold composition of "Untitled (Taos, New Mexico)", an abstract oil painting by renowned artist James Meek (b. 1928). Created in 1975, this ...
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Edward Marecak Abstract Painting – The Garden, 1960s Mixed Media on Paper
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
“The Garden” is a striking, original 1960s abstract mixed media artwork by celebrated American artist Edward Marecak (1919–1993). Created using burnished crayon and acrylic on paper,...
Category
1960s Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Crayon, Acrylic
Modernist 1945 Abstract Waterfall Watercolor Landscape Painting by Eve Drewelowe
By Eve Drewelowe
Located in Denver, CO
This striking 1945 abstract landscape watercolor by pioneering modernist artist Eve (Van Ek) Drewelowe, titled "The Champagne Cascades, Crescendos, Crashes," is a bold interpretation...
Category
1940s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
$13,500 Sale Price
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Mid-Century Geometric Abstract Oil Painting by Ralph Anderson, Framed, 1960s
By Ralph Anderson
Located in Denver, CO
Discover this stunning geometric abstract painting by celebrated 20th-century artist Ralph Anderson, a bold and sophisticated example of mid-century modern art. Executed in oil on pa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Jenne Magafan 1946 “Deserted Street” Oil on Canvas, Colorado/Woodstock Modernist
By Jenne Magafan
Located in Denver, CO
This evocative 1946 oil on canvas painting, titled Deserted Street, was created by Colorado/Woodstock modernist Jenne Magafan (1916–1952). The work depicts a solitary figure wanderin...
Category
1940s American Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Modernist Abstract Landscape Watercolor 'Old Mine and Houses, Cortez Colorado'
By Richard Ayer
Located in Denver, CO
This striking 20th-century modernist watercolor by Richard K. Ayers depicts a captivating scene of an old mine and houses in Cortez, Colorado. The artwork features a rich color palette of blue, green, gold, and brown, capturing the rugged beauty of the landscape with a unique, abstract perspective. Presented in a custom frame with all archival materials, the outer dimensions of the piece measure 36 ½ x 30 ½ x ¾ inches, with an image size of 24 ¾ x 18 ¾ inches.
About the Artist: Richard K. Ayers (1921–2003) was a talented artist who studied at Miami University...
Category
20th Century American Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
$2,250 Sale Price
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1970s Abstract Figurative Oil Painting – Modernist City Scene With Couple
Located in Denver, CO
Artist: George Cecil Carter (1908–1993)
Medium: Oil on board
Size: Image: 16 ⅞ x 9 ⅞ in Framed: 20 ⅝ x 13 ½ x 1 ⅞ in
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Abstract Figurative
This striking 1950s oil painting by celebrated Colorado abstract expressionist George Cecil Carter presents a modernist portrayal of a couple, believed to depict Alfred Stieglitz and Georgia O’Keeffe. Rendered in bold brushstrokes and a rich color palette, the piece showcases Carter’s unique ability to merge abstraction with figurative expression, creating a sense of movement and emotion.
Housed in a custom frame, this original mid-century artwork is a must-have for collectors of modernist and abstract figurative art.
Provenance:
From a private collection in Denver, Colorado.
About the Artist – George Cecil Carter
Born in Oklahoma in 1908, Carter became a leading figure in Colorado’s abstract expressionist movement, working alongside artists like Al Wynne, Mary Chenoweth...
Category
1950s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lovely Gal, 1950s Semi-Abstract Figurative Folk Art Oil Painting, & Birds
By Martin Saldana
Located in Denver, CO
"Lovely Gal" is a charming oil on board painting by Martin Saldaña (1874-1965), a self-taught outsider artist known for his vibrant, whimsical depictions of childhood memories and rural life. This semi-abstract figurative work features a colorful palette of bold hues, with flowers and birds that reflect Saldaña's deep connection to nature and his Mexican heritage. The painting is presented in a custom frame with outer dimensions of 30 ¾ x 25 ⅜ x 1 ⅝ inches, and the image size is 24 ½ x 19 ⅛ inches.
About the Artist:
Martin Saldaña was born in 1874 at Rancho Neuvo, Mexico, and led a modest life, working as a cook at Denver's iconic Brown Palace Hotel. At the age of 76, Saldaña began attending children’s art classes at the Denver Art Museum, sparking a late-blooming artistic career. Over the next 15 years, he vividly captured memories of his childhood in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, focusing on ranch life, landscapes, and his love for animals.
Saldaña's work is noted for its bold, geometric figures and vibrant colors, often evoking the influence of Mexican tapestries. His paintings are considered to be naïve and folk art, characterized by their simple, direct, and highly personal style. Saldaña's prolific output—creating a new painting nearly every three days—resulted in an impressive collection of artworks that continue to be celebrated today.
Saldaña’s endearing style continues to captivate art enthusiasts, offering a glimpse into a rich, nostalgic world filled with vibrant colors and heartfelt simplicity.
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Category
20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
1950s New York City Abstract Skyline - Moody Night Cityscape Oil Painting
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
This stunning 1951 oil painting on board by renowned American artist Charles Ragland Bunnell captures an abstracted New York City skyline in a rich nocturnal color palette of black, ...
Category
1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
1980s Semi-Abstract Polychromatic Oil Painting 'Masks' - Vibrant Multicolor Art
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
This 1980s oil on board painting, titled "Masks", was created by renowned Colorado artist Edward Marecak (1919-1993). The piece features a striking mosaic-style composition with bold...
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Abstract Painting – Blue, Gray & Black Art
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
This original 1963 abstract painting is a stunning piece by Charles Ragland Bunnell (1897–1968), a prominent Colorado Springs artist known for his contributions to mid-century modern...
Category
1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
1970s Mid-Century Modern Geometric Abstract Acrylic Painting Yellow, Blue, White
By Beatrice Mandelman
Located in Denver, CO
This vibrant 1970s abstract acrylic painting titled Yellow Sun is a stunning example of Beatrice Mandelman’s mastery in Mid-Century Modern art. Featuring a dynamic interplay of yellow, blue, white, and black hues, this piece captures the artist’s signature geometric abstraction style. Signed by Mandelman in the lower right corner, the painting is acrylic on canvas and presented in a custom blonde wood frame, with outer dimensions of 33 ½ x 25 ½ x 2 inches. The image size measures 32 x 24 inches.
This colorful artwork encapsulates Mandelman’s unique vision and artistic legacy, making it a perfect addition to any collection of 20th-century American modern art.
About Beatrice Mandelman:
Beatrice Mandelman (1912-1998) was an influential 20th-century artist whose work bridged the worlds of abstract expressionism and geometric abstraction. Originally from New York, she studied at the Art Students League before establishing herself in the vibrant New York art scene. In 1944, she and her husband, painter Louis Ribak, relocated to New Mexico, where they founded the Taos Valley Art School and were instrumental in forming the Taos Art Association.
Mandelman’s paintings are known for their bold use of color and geometric shapes, with influences ranging from stained-glass windows and Native American art to the avant-garde movements of Paris and New York. Her work reflects her deep engagement with modernism, as well as her connection to the rich cultural environment of Taos.
Her abstract works, like Yellow Sun, continue to resonate with collectors and art enthusiasts, highlighting her as one of the leading figures in 20th-century American modern art.
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Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Abstract Expressionist Painting by Charles Bunnell, Circa 1950, Sacred Family
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
"Untitled (Sacred Family)" is a compelling mid-century abstract oil painting by Charles Ragland Bunnell (1897–1968), a pioneering figure in American Abstract Expressionism. Created c...
Category
1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
1980s Semi-Abstract Figural Oil Painting 'Three Figures Caught in Stained Glass'
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
"Three Figures Caught in Stained Glass" is a striking vintage semi-abstract oil painting by Denver modernist Edward Marecak, created in the 1980s. This captivating work features thre...
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
1940s Abstract Geometric Oil Painting: Framed Blue & Green Basic Form #2
By Ralph Anderson
Located in Denver, CO
This vibrant mid-century abstract geometric painting features a bold composition of interlocking green, blue, and orange shapes, rendered in rich oil paint on high-quality paper. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
1950s Original Geometric Abstract Oil Painting, Vertical & Horizontal Art
By Paul Kauvar Smith
Located in Denver, CO
This vibrant and dynamic original abstract oil painting by Paul Kauvar Smith (1893–1977) showcases the artist’s bold use of color and modernist technique. Executed in oil on board, t...
Category
1950s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Vendor of Masks, 1930s Original Modernist Gouache Painting of Carnival Scene
By Boardman Robinson
Located in Denver, CO
This captivating 1930s modernist gouache painting by Boardman Robinson (1876–1952), titled The Vendor of Masks, depicts a striking mask vendor’s display with male and female figures,...
Category
1930s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gouache
1960s Abstracted Figural Triptych 'The Dance of Salome' Vibrant Oil Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
"The Dance of Salome" is a striking 1960s Triptych painting by Edward Marecak, capturing the iconic Dance of the Seven Veils in a semi-abstract, cubist style. The three oil-on-board ...
Category
1960s Folk Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
1950s Abstract Oil Painting, Fertility Goddesses, Nude Figures, Pink Blue Green
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
This stunning mid-20th century abstract figurative painting titled "Fertility Goddesses" by renowned Denver modernist Edward Marecak (1919-1993) features three stylized nude female f...
Category
1950s Folk Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sybils Telling Cosmic Jokes by Edward Marecak, 1960s Denver Modernist Oil
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
“Sybils Telling Cosmic Jokes on Mankind” is a vibrant and compelling 1960s semi-abstract oil painting by renowned Denver modernist Edward Marecak (1919–1993). This dynamic artwork bu...
Category
1960s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$5,760 Sale Price
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1980s Large Abstract Oil Painting "Somethin' Stupid" – Pink, Black, Tan, Framed
By Sidney Guberman
Located in Denver, CO
A striking and bold original abstract oil painting on canvas by American artist Sidney Guberman (b. 1936), titled Somethin' Stupid, created in 1988. This large-scale vintage work fea...
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sidney Guberman1980s Large Abstract Oil Painting "Somethin' Stupid" – Pink, Black, Tan, Framed, 1988
$14,800 Sale Price
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Still Life with Masks: Vintage 1980s Semi-Abstract Bold Vibrant Oil Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
This vibrant, semi-abstract still life painting titled "Still Life with Masks" was created by Denver artist Edward Marecak in 1983. Executed in bold oil paint on board, the work refl...
Category
1980s American Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
1950s Abstract Oil Painting, Mid-Century Modern Art in Blue, Black & White
By Paul Kauver Smith
Located in Denver, CO
This original 1950s abstract oil painting by acclaimed Mid-Century Modern artist Paul K. Smith (1893–1977) features a dynamic and refined composition in tones o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Hilaire Hiler 1960 Abstract Structuralist Painting, New Mexico Modernist
By Hilaire Hiler
Located in Denver, CO
This original 1960 abstract painting by Hilaire Hiler (1898–1966) exemplifies his distinctive structuralist style and modernist vision. Created during his influential period in New Mexico, the artwork features soothing, harmonious tones of pink and blue, expertly layered to evoke a sense of calm and balance. Signed in the lower right corner, this mid-century modern piece measures 15 ½ x 18 ¾ inches framed, with an image size of 14 x 17 ½ inches.
Hilaire Hiler’s work stands out for its intellectual rigor and visual harmony, blending abstraction with a structuralist approach that explores color, form, and rhythm.
About the Artist:
Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and raised in Providence, Rhode Island, Hiler received extensive art training at the Rhode Island School of Design, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, and the University of Paris. Between 1919 and 1934, he lived in Paris, working as a jazz pianist while engaging deeply with the European avant-garde.
After returning to the U.S., Hiler painted WPA murals for San Francisco’s Aquatic Park...
Category
1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gouache, Graphite
$3,543 Sale Price
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Alpha – The Beginning by Eve Drewelowe, 1950s Mid-Century Modern Abstract
By Eve Drewelowe
Located in Denver, CO
“Alpha – The Beginning” is a vibrant and expressive 1950s abstract oil painting by renowned Colorado modernist Eve Drewelowe (1899–1989). This dynamic mid-century modern composition ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil
$1,795 Sale Price
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1940s Abstract Colorado Mountain Landscape, Vibrant Bold Modernist Oil Painting
By Zona Wheeler
Located in Denver, CO
This original 1949 painting by Kansas artist Zona Wheeler (1913–1998) beautifully captures the essence of Colorado’s majestic mountains through an abstract lens. Using vibrant shades...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid-Century Modern Abstract Oil Painting by Watson Bidwell, Bold Colors
Located in Denver, CO
This original mid-century modern abstract oil painting by Watson Bidwell (1904–1964) showcases a striking interplay of vibrant orange, green, and white ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$7,600 Sale Price
20% Off