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Period: Mid-20th Century
Roger de la Fresnaye 'La Roumaine' Framed Lithography, circa 1968
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Original color lithograph 'La Roumaine' by Roger de la Fresnaye. Lithograph printed from an original painting made by the author in France, circa 1921. Published in France by F...
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French Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paper

Mid-century Hawaiian Two Lilies Oil Painting on Paper signed E. Wolf, Framed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This Post-War Hawaiian oil painting on paper, titled "Two Lilies," is a beautiful piece signed by the artist E. Wolf. The artwork captures the vib...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Wood, Paper

Pablo Picasso "Woman Reading" Rendering by Artist Ray Martinez Oil on Canvas
Located in Monrovia, CA
1930s vintage Ray Martinez oil on canvas rendering Of "WOMAN READING" Pablo Picasso. 1930s oil On canvas rendering by Artist Ray Martinez During Pablo Picasso's Surrealism period. The canvas is titled "Woman Reading". Signature bottom left hand corner of canvas. Artist Ray Martinez's oil on canvas painting using...
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Mexican Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Acrylic Painting of City Skyline, Signed March
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful Mid-Century painting features a unique depiction of the city skyline reflected over the river. Unique vintage palette sets this beautifu...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Mid-Century Large Abstract Oil on Canvas by Leson
By Jackson Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give any wall in any space a massive splash of color with this impressive abstraction on canvas by mid-century artist "Leson". Featuring bold brutalist geometric lines paired with a ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Chrome

Important 1944 Surrealist Oil on Canvas by Erle Loran
By Erle Loran
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Fresh to the market, this painting was purchased directly from Erle Loran (1905-1999) in his Berkeley Hills home in the mid-1990s. Loran's surrealist work from the mid-1940s is highl...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Mid Century Painting with "Song of Solomon" Theme, by Lenson
By Michael Lenson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Entitled "Return, Return, O Shulemite," with a scene taken from the Song of Solomon, this painting depicts the legendary wife of King Solomon, who was ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Oil on Canvas; Large Pair of Paintings Depicting Chinese Vases
Located in San Francisco, CA
Each large well-rendered painting depicting Chinese vases finely detailed with colorful floral and foliate stems.
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Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas

Vintage Modern Abstract Signed Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage MCM original oil on canvas. A chic Abstract composition in brilliant colors. Signed by the artist. Acquired from a Portland estate.
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North American Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Pair of large French 1950’s acrylic abstract panels gold leaf
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of large french 1950’s acrylic and resin abstract panels gold leaf circa 1950. Screens are made from browns, oranges, yellows and greens with gold leaf in places. They have be...
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French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Gold Leaf

"Classical Nude with Flowers and Temple, " Important WPA Period Painting
By Arthur D. Brooks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Exhibited at the Thirteenth Exhibition of Contemporary American Painting at the Cleveland Museum of Art in 1933, this large WPA-influenced painting by Arthur D. Brooks depicts a nude female torso in a classical setting, complete with columned temple front, scroll and Greek urn. The artist includes a cluster of column elements to one side, including an Ionic column capita and a fluted column shaft, as well as an arched Roman facade, and a Greek pedimented...
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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

"Three Men in Tatters, " Surrealist Painting with Semi-Nude Figures by Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Over his long career, John Lear liked to depict nude or half-nude male figures set in fantastic or exotic environments such as the circus, carnival, deserted beach, or Dali-esque set...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Anne Taylor Nash - Portrait of a Gentleman
Located in Savannah, GA
Anne Taylor Nash (American, 1884-1968) Portrait of a gentleman, circa 1960 oil on canvas canvas: 24 by 30 inches frame: 26 by 32 inches
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint

Still Life in Oil on Canvas, G.P. Visser
Located in Den Haag, NL
Charming still life in oil paint on canvas by Dutch artist Gerardus Paschalus Visser (1886-1982).
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Dutch Post-Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

Painting Of Young Girls By Anna Salvatore
Located in Norwood, NJ
Anna Salvatore (1923-1978), Italy. Midcentury beauty featuring two young sisters stylistically painted with colors of the time.
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Italian Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint, Canvas

Vintage Johnny Friedlander Abstract Aquatint, circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
A very decorative work of art, circa 1965. Title unknown by Johnny Friedlaender German (1912–1992) Aquatint, signed in pencil on the lower right. Edition E.A. "Eppreuve d'Artist" A...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint

William Hansen, Danish Painter, Oil on Canvas. Hilly Landscape, 1957
Located in Copenhagen, DK
William Hansen (1908-1991), Danish painter. Oil on canvas. Hilly landscape with house gable and church in the background. Dated 1957. In very good cond...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Mid-Century Watercolor and Charcoal Artwork, Town by Bay, Signed, c.1960
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An original mid century watercolor and charcoal artwork on paper. The piece depicts a seaside town by a bay. The style is abstract and the pallet uses pastels. The work is sig...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint, Paper

Howard Trafton Still Life of Fruit & Flowers Oil
Located in Astoria, NY
Howard Trafton (American, 1897-1964), Still Life Fruit and Flowers, Oil on Canvas, signed lower right, inscribed to verso. 10" H x 11" W. Trafton was a well-known/regarded art teach...
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American Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Peinture à l'huile de Michel Thomas Gamins de Paris ou "Poulbot" France 1960/70
Located in London, England
Les « p'tits poulbots », créés par Francisque Poulbot au début du XXe siècle, capturent avec humour la vie des enfants pauvres de Montmartre. Ces illustrations emblématiques ont évol...
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French French Provincial Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint

Worden Wood Gouache Of Coast Guard Ship
Located in Norwell, MA
USS Androscoggin is shown steaming through moderate seas in this highly detailed gouache signed by Worden Wood. She served the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Navy. Launched in 1907 by Pus...
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North American Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Horace Armistead American Surrealist 1941 Painting
Located in Sharon, CT
Rare American surrealist painting. Painted on 'beaver board'/homasote. Signed and dated H ARMISTEAD 1941 lower right.
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American Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

French Expressive Portrait
Located in London, GB
Intimite expressive female portrait painting on canvas by M.Simon, France 1940-50's. The painting is framed in a tri-colour frame.
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Italian Modern Abstract Expressionist Painting by Giuseppe De Gregorio
Located in Chicago, IL
Giuseppe De Gregorio (Italian, 1920-2007) 1960s. Signed on lower right. In a nice gilt frame.
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Italian Expressionist Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint

Stunning Traditional Still Life with Fruit on Table
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Eye catching well rendered tabletop still life signed Andre, having glistening turquoise jug and juicy fruit in the composition. Canvas 24” W x 20” H
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting, Sakelson
By (after) Jackson Pollock
Located in New York, NY
Large Modernist , rectangular format exuberant abstract oil painting on canvas, Stretched on wood frame. Signed, D Sakelson.
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American Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

"Living Room with Aquatic-Themed Painting, " Art Deco Watercolor, Blue and Peach
By William Lentz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gorgeous in conception and execution, this vivid and beautiful watercolor rendering, original to the 1930s, depicts an airy and open living space in 1930s modern style. The dramatic black stone...
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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint

"Crested Bird with Pomegranate, " Rare Pencil and Gouache Painting by Parzinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Best known for his handsome, beautifully-crafted furniture designs, much in demand today, Tommi Parzinger also painted over the span of his career. His rare, early works -- such as t...
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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

"Tunisian Man in White Shirt", 1930s Watercolor Painting by Porter Woodruff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piercing and powerful portrait of a Tunisian man with an open-necked shirt provides a glimpse into the life of artist Porter Woodruff in North Africa. Woodruff was best known for his paintings and illustrations for Vogue magazine -- one of five American fashion illustrators who worked for the magazine -- as well as House & Garden. He was born in Tennessee, but spent much of his creative life in Paris and Tunisia, where he lived with Georges Sébastian, an important Hungarian-born, French orchestra conductor...
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Tunisian Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint

Bomolo Oil on Canvas African "Airport" Art
By (after) Jackson Pollock
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bomolo oil on canvas abstract painting signed bottom right 1960. Known in it's day as Airport Art, Local Artists would sell their paintings to Tourists. Ma...
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African Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

Hawaiian Seascape Painting by WPA Artist Paul Rockwood
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hawaiian seascape painting, acrylic on masonite, signed Paul Rockwood. Paul Rockwood (1895 - 1972) Born in Monrovia, CA on Jan. 12, 1895. Rockwood w...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Acrylic, Masonite

Robert Natkin- Rare Original 1966 Work in Charcoal 9657
Located in Ukiah, CA
Robert Natkin- Rare Original 1966 Work in Charcoal 9657 ( 21"W x 26"H - Art: 12.75"W x 17.75"H ) There were a number of Works done in this style in the mid-60s, but this is the only...
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American Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Abalone, Acrylic

Billy Seay Airbrush Cockatoo and Hibiscus Hawaiian Art for Turner
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Billy Seay airbrushed parrot lovers (original airbrushed over a print) for the Turner Company, circa 1948, in the original white painted frame. A great exam...
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North American Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paper

Robert J. Cronauer Expressionist Nude Painting
By Robert J. Cronauer
Located in Chicago, IL
Expressionist nude oil painting on canvas by western PA artist Robert J. Cronauer (1916-1995). Cronauer graduated Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1937, earned his master's degr...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Silver Leaf

Large Abstract Painting of a seated figure in Period Frame, Signed Hyland
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Oil on Board Abstract Figurative Painting of a Seated Figure. Beautiful Colors and very well done! Signed Hyland on the Back. Framed in what appears the Original 1950's Fram...
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American Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint

20th Century Oil on Board Italian Signed Painting Girl with a Calf, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from the mid-20th century. Artwork oil on board depicting a girl with a calf of good pictorial quality. Impressionist style painting of good brightness adorned with ...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Wood

Vintage Boho Original Oil Painting on Board
Located in west palm beach, FL
This vintage Boho-style painting is an original oil on board, featuring a variety of eclectic and symbolic shapes in warm, earthy tones. The artwork is textured and displays an abstr...
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American Organic Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Wood, Masonite, Paint

Post War White Orchid Airbrush Painting on Paper by Tip Freeman, Framed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Wood Framed Painting with White Orchid Motif, by Tip Freeman This painting by American artist Tip Freeman depicts a White Orchid. This artwork has...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Oil on panel, Hiker with a Pipe, Michel Jamar, France, circa 1930-1940
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Oil on panel, "Hiker with a Pipe," Michel Jamar, France, circa 1930-1940 We are pleased to present this oil on panel, a work by the renowned French artist Michel Jamar (1911-1997). ...
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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Wood, Plywood, Paint

Original Pastel portrait of a young woman by G. Brisgand in gilt frame
Located in New York City, NY
A fine original pastel portrait of a beautiful young woman in vibrant colors, representing a modern interpretation of a classical subject . She is portrayed as aristocratic, sensual,...
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French Aesthetic Movement Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint

'The Travellers' by Marian Kościałkowski (1914 – 1977)
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
'The Travellers' by Marian Kościałkowski (1914 – 1977). Oil on canvas, signed and dated 'Marian 48' to lower left. Dimensions: Framed H 71.5cm W 84cm Picture H 62.5cm W 75cm Origin...
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English Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas

Jane Peterson Autograph with Magazine Article
Located in valatie, NY
Jane Peterson Autograph with Magazine Article. July 1943 Americana Illustrated volume XXXVII, number 3. This was a publication of "The American Historical Company," New York City. Wi...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paper

Midcentury Semi-Abstract Oil Painting by Boardman
By Jeanne Boardman
Located in Water Mill, NY
Midcentury semi-abstract oil on canvas painting dated '50, signed Boardman in a wood frame of the period
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Mid-Century Modern Cubist Watercolor by William Henry Custom Framed
Located in North Miami, FL
This Mid-Century Modern one of a kind horizontal watercolor by William Henry is a combination of cubist individual faces with African influences...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Plexiglass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Dieudonne Jacobs
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique framed oil painting on canvas by Dieudonne Jacobs (1887-1967) is a delightful work in pastel hues depicting a lovely springtime scene of a stone bridge over a babbling brook....
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Belgian Expressionist Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas

Natkin - 9663
Located in Ukiah, CA
Exceptional Early 1960s Abstract Impressionist Painting on Canvas ( Frame: 15.75"H x 15.5"W - Art: 12"H x 11.625"W ) By Robert Natkin. This piece was painted before Natkin began to use...
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Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Plywood

"Nude Swimmers and Octopus, " Study for Art Deco Mural in Black, Pink and Blue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Highly sophisticated and striking in conception and execution, this study for an Art Deco bathroom mural depicts -- appropriately -- male and female nud...
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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint

Mid Century Modern Abstract View of a Cathedral in Rouen France by Rico Blass
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous colorful abstract view of the city of Rouen, France from the countryside with the spectacular view of their cast iron cathedral prominently situated. Great technique and col...
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French Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas, Hardwood, Paint

Harriet Rosendale Oil Painting
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A beautiful oil on canvas painting by Harriet Rosendale, ca' 1950's, depicting a farmhouse in abstracted, impressionist style. Harriet Rosendale was a well-known and well-listed Ccon...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas

Small Mid Century Abstract Painting, 1950's-1960's
Located in San Francisco, CA
A small bold abstract painting in a gold aluminum frame. Signed J.R. lower right. Oil on canvas. American, mid 20th century, 1950's-1960's.
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas

Goldberg 1967 New York School Style Red White and Black Abstract Painting
By Robert Rauschenberg, Franz Kline, Cy Twombly
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Original abstract painting, dated 1967, signed “Goldberg”. This piece parallels Abstract Expressionist work from the New York School active during the same period. The abstract piece...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Francisco Sillué Painting of Gypsies
By Francisco Salzillo
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous oil painting called "Gitanes" by Spanish Artist Francisco Sillue. Fabulous rich colors contrast the darkness of the gypsies and the vibrant c...
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French Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Henri Hecht MAÏK, French Painter, Oil on Canvas, “Tiger and Clown” 1966
Located in PARIS, FR
Oil on canvas by Henri Hecht MAÏK (1922-1993) “Tiger and Clown with a Flower” sign and date lower right “MAÏK 66” Natural oak frame from the 60s. Canv...
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French Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Canvas

Outsider Art, Figurative Painting 60s
Located in Camden, ME
A compelling painting by a midcentury outsider artist. This graphically bold painting utilizing bright colors and a potent figurative composition engages contemplation. Unsigned. ...
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Unknown Post-Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint

Marilyn Monroe Abstract Collage and Painting, circa 1966
By Leo Cormiol
Located in New York, NY
From the mid-1960s comes this fabulous large collage and painting titled Norma Jean of an early Marilyn Monroe. It's a mixed media collage of paper with acrylic paint that was laid d...
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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Acrylic, Wood, Paper

Abstract Mid-Century Painting in Turquois-Black, Signed by R. Santamaria, 1964
Located in Salzburg, AT
Abstract painting on paper in turquois-black acrylic colors handmade frame (4.5cm) with white-gilt decorations, anti-reflecting glass Ricardo Santamaría – Biography Born 1920 in Zaragoza-Aragón (Spain) / died 2013...
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Spanish Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paper, Glass, Acrylic, Wood

Gorgeous Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting. Watercolor Kay Johnson Rare
Located in Peoria, AZ
Gorgeous! Mid Century Modern Watercolor Painting By Kay Johnson 1970 This spectacular mid century abstraction has all the right looks and colors to make...
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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Paintings

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Paint, Paper

Aaron Levy 'American, 20th Century' Abstract Oil
By Aaron Levy
Located in Bridgeport, CT
In silver gilt decorated wood frame. Pencil signed and dated 1962 in lower right. Image: 16" by 12.25" Condition: Minor losses to silver on frame.
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paper

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