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1940s Three Oil on Oval Canvas WPA Paintings of Trains w. Ribbons Surrealist

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WPA era (1930s/1940s ) Oil on Oval Canvas Grouping of 3 Paintings of Trains with a Ribbon and Floating Ball, a bit Surrealist. Inspired by Thomas Hart Benton, these three are unsigned and have been mounted acid free floating on a fine linen background and in rectangular silvered wood frames. Two are the identical size and the third slightly smaller. A very nice ensemble indeed. Measurements: Two are 31 inches x 45 3/4 inches and the other, 25 1/2 inches x 37 3/4 inches. All three are 2 inches deep.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 45.75 in (116.21 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: All three paintings were remount with Museum quality material and framed in shadow box style in new silvered frames. Wear consistent with age and use. Very Good.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU830140762932

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