American Modern Paintings

A large, striking 1920s American Modern industrial scene painting by notable Wisconsin painter, Hans John Stoltenberg (Am. 1879-1963). Artwo...

A Large, Striking 1920s Modern Portrait of a Seated Young Woman in a Studio Interior by Notable Chicago Artist, Walter Burt Adams (Am. 1903-1990). A well executed, early student wor...

A Captivating 20th Century Modern Urban City Nocturne of the Chicago El at Night. A compelling and finely painted unsigned canvas by a practiced, trained artist depicting the entran...

Acrylic Painting One of a kind artwork Size: 40 × 30 × 2 cm The artwork is titled and signed on the front and also comes with a certificate of authenticity. Artwork arrives in perf...

Acrylic on canvas Size: 40 x 30 x 2 cm Signed by the artist with certificate of authenticity Artwork arrives in perfect condition while keeping shipping costs affordable. This stun...

A striking Mid-Century Modern portrait of a young woman by famed American artist, William Franklin Draper (1912-2003). Artwork size: 24 x 18 inches, oil on canvas, dating ca. 1960s...

Blast Furnace: Dynamic Machine Age industrial View of a Steel Mill by Notable New York Illustrator and Cartoonist Herb Field Jr. (Am. 1909-1999). Artwork size: 23 x 26 inches; oil...

A dynamic ca. 1940s American Machine Age Modern industrial scene, depicting a suspended gantry crane and factory workers. Possibly completed as an illustration study for a print adv...

A compelling 1950s Mid-Century Modern oil painting of City Apartment Rooftops. Signed illegibly upper left, (possibly reading Marcelle Blanchette? a Canadian woman artist from the er...

A large, compelling Social Realist tenement and city street scene, "Central Ward, NJ" by notable American Modern artist, Walter Nowatka (Am. born 1945). Artwork size: 36 x 24 inche...

A Contemplative 1940s Modern Studio Portrait of a Seated Female Ballet Dancer by Notable Chicago Modern Artist, Walter Burt Adams (Am. 1903-1990). The painting a is well executed, i...

A striking Machine Age Modern industrial scene oil painting of a New York shipyard crane by notable American artist, Lessing Whitford Williams (1894-1989). A colorful, dynamic examp...

A large, captivating 1950s Mid-Century Modern city street & construction scene by Pennsylvania Regionalist artist, George W. Mengelson (Born 1916). A wonderful example of Twentieth ...

An Introspective, Post-War Modern Southwestern Landscape Painting of an Adobe House in New Mexico by Notable Chicago Artist, Walter Burt Adams (Am. 1903-1990). A subtle tonal, archi...

Whimsical giant pink cat with kitten Acrylic Painting on canvas One of a kind artwork Size: 80 × 120 × 3 cm (unframed) The artwork is titled and signed on the front and also comes ...

A Colorful, Modern Maine Coastal Scene Painting, "White Boat in Harbor" by Famed Chicago Artist and Printmaker, Charles Turzak (Am. 1899 - 1986). The painting depicts a vibrant, sunlit autumn landscape painting most likely painted near the quiet rural harbor town of Penobscot, Maine. The painting is acrylic on canvas, dates from the 1950s and has a great visual appeal- a perfect complement to any New England coastal home or summer cottage in Maine. Artwork size: 20 x 36 inches, accompanied with the artist's original, hand-painted frame (Framed size: 21 3/4 x 36 1/2 inches). Signed "Turzak", lower left; titled on artist's label on reverse. Provenance: Estate of the artist. Charles Turzak was one of Chicago’s greatest printmakers of the Art Deco-era. Son of a coal miner, Turzak was born in Streeter, IL in 1899. In 1920, Turzak won the first prize a cartoon contest sponsored by the Purina company and he used his prize money to enroll in the Art Institute of Chicago. Best known as a print maker, in the 1920s & 30s, he created woodcuts of many of Chicago’s most notable buildings, including the Merchandise Mart, Palmolive Building and the Old Water Tower, among others. In 1933, he was commissioned to create woodcuts of many of Chicago’s most iconic buildings to illustrate a guidebook called “All About Chicago” by John and Ruth Ashenhurst” that featured the upcoming Century of Progress Exhibition in Chicago. During the 1933 World’s Fair...

Colorful acrylic painting of friends relaxing in lounge chairs with wine glasses Acrylic Painting on canvas One of a kind artwork Size: 80 × 80 × 3 cm (unframed) The artwork is tit...

A striking Machine Age Modern oil painting of the historic Bronx Span, Triborough Bridge, New York City by notable American artist, Lessing Whitford Williams (1894-1989). Artwork ...

A Charming 1940s Mid-Century Modern Watercolor of Pirate's Alley, New Orleans by Arlene S. Ezickson (Am. 1927-2003). Titled "Vieux Carre, New Orleans" the artwork is watercolor and ...

A Contemplative, Mid-Century Modern Neighborhood Scene of New York City. A quiet, autumn street view of city front steps and Brownstones, likely depicting a scene in Brooklyn, Green...

Acrylic Painting on canvas One of a kind artwork Size: 40 × 50 × 3,8 cm (unframed) The artwork is titled and signed on the front and also comes with a certificate of authenticity. ...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring an elegant design for a woman's evening gown. Artwork size: 11 x 8 1/2 inches. Colored pencil and pencil on paper. Archivally ma...

A striking Machine Age Modern oil painting of the historic Harlem River Lift Span, Triborough Bridge, New York City by notable American artist, Lessing Whitford Williams (1894-1989)....

Peter Max was born in 1937 and unfortunately just passed away in September 2026He is a very well listed and well collected American artist. He has been very prolific in his career, but nevertheless, he is highly sought after and collected, especially recently. This wonderful original acrylic on canvas was most likely painted in the late 1990s or early 2000. It is a favorite subject matter of his the blossoming lady or lady with blossoms. This painting is so vibrant exploding with colors. It measures 10 1/2 inches wide by 10 1/2 inches high. The frame measures 18“ x 18“. He has had Auction results over $70,000 but sells for much more privately and in galleries Once again, this is an original Peter Max acrylic on canvas...

A vibrant, colorful Mid-Century Modern abstract harbor scene of Martha's Vineyard by notable Chicago artist, Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965). Depicting a bustling harbor scene with n...

Wonderful and dynamic western painting of two wild fighting stallions by listed artist Bernard Preston Thomas (American, 1918-1992), dated 1951. Signed and dated lower left corner ...

A large Mid-Century Modern oil painting, El Platform, New York City by notable American artist, Leo Villafana (1927-1991). Artwork size: 36 x 18 inches, oil on canvas (Framed size:...

A stylish, vintage, 1940s fashion study featuring an elegant design for women's dresses (day & evening wear). Most likely a design study for a print advertisement for the famed Chicago department store, Marshall Field & Co. Inscription reads: "Above- Irene Castle inspired this dinner gown...

Untitled Abstraction, 1958, oil on board, signed and dated lower left, 24 x 35 inches, presented in a newer frame Oscar Edmund Thalinger was an American painter, draftsman, printmaker, and muralist best known for his evocative depictions of the American Midwest, his 1950s and 60s abstractions, and his contributions to Missouri art...

A scenic, colorful Modern 1930s summer harbor scene of Saugatuck, Michigan by notable Chicago Modern artist, Francis Chapin. Depicting a lively summer harbor view of the historic S...

Painting of New York City Fire Department in New York City by Contemporary British Artist, Angela Wakefield. Art measures 36 x 24 inches Frame measures 41 x 29 inches Angela Wake...

Blacksmith (Untitled), 1936, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, 28 x 30 inches Erle Loran was an influential American painter, art historian, and educator, renowned for h...

Children’s Theater, 1934, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, 10 ¾ x 12 5/8 inches (image) Children’s Theater is a fine example of Berlandina’s modernist approach to ...

Artist: Leo Meiersdorff – German/American (1934-1994) Title: Bass and Trumpet Year: ca 1965-70 Medium: Watercolor and ink Sight size: 14.25 x 17.5 inches. Matted size: 22 x 24 inch...

Atilt, 1982, acrylic on canvas, 32 x 48 inches, signed and dated lower right, “Alfred P. Maurice 2725 A South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60616” inscribed verso, “ATILT” inscribed verso, “Maurice.018” inscribed on frame, exhibited: 1) Alfred P. Maurice Artist in the City Paintings 1979 - 1997, Archer Gallery of Clark College, Vancouver, WA, April 8 – April 30, 1997, #11, and 2) An Artful Life: Celebrating the Life of Creator, Teacher, and Collector Alfred Maurice...

A Brooding, Compelling 1940s American Scene, Social Realist Oil Painting, "Tenement Ruins" by Notable Canadian / American artist Emil Weddige (1907-2001). Oil on canvas, dating from...

A Vibrant, Mid-Century Modern 1960s Studio Interior Scene of a Standing Female Nude by Notable Chicago Woman Artist, Vivian Kinsley Chapin (Am. 1909-1984). Very "Mod" in style and a...

Elegant floral still life of a beautiful spring bouquet in an antique ivory soup tureen by Elizabeth Fitzgerald Forbes (Dallam) (American, 1875-1933). Exhibition placard on verso signed "Elizabeth Forbes...

Lillian Delevoryas Untitled (Nude & Interior), 1969 Oil on board 19 3/4 x 15 1/2 in. Framed: 24 1/2 x 20 1/2 x 1 1/4 in. Signed and dated lower righ...

A Vibrant, Colorful 1930s Modern, American Scene Painting of the Queesnboro Bridge, New York City by Notable Woman Artist, Lesley Buckland Crawford (Am. 1887-1963). A wonderful example of Crawford's Urban Realism practiced in the 1930s & '40s depicting a busy foreground of industrial dockworkers & laborers with the dynamic, overarching span of the Queensboro Bridge in the background. Artwork size: 18 x 22 inches, oil on canvas (Framed size 23 x 27 inches). Signed "Lesley Crawford", lower right. Born in 1887, Lesley Buckland Crawford graduated from Vassar College in 1908. Crawford attended the Art Student's league of New York City and was a former student of Kimon Nicolaides (1891-1938). The artist was active in New York, Summit, NJ and Springfield, Vermont. She was known for her Urban Realist inspired paintings, watercolors and lithographs, and colorful landscapes of Vermont. She traveled and painted in Guatemala, Italy and Greece. Crawford was one of the founders of the Miller Art Center in Springfield, VT in 1956. She was also associated with the Southern Vermont Art Center in Manchester, VT, and the Summit Art Association, Summit, NJ. A 1940s lithograph...

This painting is part of our exhibition American Coast to Coast: Artists of the 1930s Subway Construction, c. 1928, oil on board, 19 x 15 ¾ inches, signed upper left, artist and title verso; exhibited: 1) 12th Annual Exhibition of the Society of Independent Artists, The Waldorf Astoria, New York NY, from March 9 to April 1, 1928, no. 864 (original price $250) (see Death Prevailing Theme of Artists in Weird Exhibits, The Gazette (Montreal, Quebec, Canada), March 8, 1928); 2) Boston Tercentenary Exhibition Fine Arts and Crafts Exhibition, Horticultural Hall, Boston MA, July, 1930, no. 108 (honorable mention - noted verso); 3) 38th Annual Exhibition of American Art, Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati, OH, June, 1931 (see Alexander, Mary, The Week in Art Circles, The Cincinnati Enquirer, June 7, 1931); and 4) National Art Week Exhibition [Group Show], Montross Gallery, New York, New York, December, 1940 (see Devree, Howard, Brief Comment on Some Recently Opened Exhibitions in the Galleries, The New York Times, December 1, 1940) About the Painting Ernest Stock’s Subway Construction depicts the excavation of New York’s 8th Avenue line, which was the first completed section of the city-operated Independent Subway System (IND). The groundbreaking ceremony was in 1925, but the line did not open until 1932, placing Stock’s painting in the middle of the construction effort. The 8th Avenue line was primarily constructed using the “cut and cover” method in which the streets above the line were dug up, infrastructure was built from the surface level down, the resulting holes were filled, and the streets reconstructed. While many artists of the 1920s were fascinated with the upward thrust of New York’s exploding skyline as architects and developers sought to erect ever higher buildings, Stock turned his attention to the engineering marvels which were taking place below ground. In Subway Construction, Stock depicts workers removing the earth beneath the street and building scaffolding and other support structures to allow concrete to be poured. Light and shadow fall across the x-shaped grid pattern formed by the wooden beams and planks. It is no surprise that critics reviewing the painting commented on Stock’s use of an “interesting pattern” to form a painting that is “clever and well designed.” About the Artist Ernest Richard Stock was an award-winning painter, print maker, muralist, and commercial artist. He was born in Bristol, England and was educated at the prestigious Bristol Grammar School. During World War I, Stock joined the British Royal Air Flying Corps in Canada and served in France as a pilot where he was wounded. After the war, he immigrated to the United States and joined the firm of Mack, Jenny, and Tyler, where he further honed his architectural and decorative painting skills. During the 1920s, Stock often traveled back and forth between the US and Europe. He was twice married, including to the American author, Katherine Anne Porter. Starting in the mid-1920s, Stock began to exhibit his artwork professionally, including at London’s Beaux Arts Gallery, the Society of Independent Artists, the Salons of America, the Cincinnati Art Museum, the Whitney Studio and various locations in the Northeast. Critics often praised the strong design sensibility in Stock’s paintings. Stock was a commercial illustrator for a handful of published books and during World War II, he worked in the Stratford Connecticut...

A Large, Colorful 1950s American Modern, Social Realism oil painting of New York City, "East Harlem", by Notable Artist, Max Ginsburg (Am. Born 1931). Artwork size: 28 x 30 inches ...

Acrylic painting on canvas Size: 70 × 93 × 2 cm (unframed) Artworks are shipped rolled in a secure tube. This is a safe and reliable packaging method that ensures your artwork arrives in perfect condition while keeping shipping costs affordable. This modern abstract acrylic painting brings a bold and vibrant touch to your home decor. Featuring two blue vases with stylized flowers against a bright turquoise background, this artwork is a stunning example of minimalist floral design. The dynamic use of bold lines and simple shapes, paired with a harmonious turquoise, blue, and orange palette, creates a visually striking piece that radiates contemporary charm. Perfect for modern interiors, this artwork is ideal for anyone looking to add a pop of color and sophistication to their living room, bedroom, or office. Whether you're a fan of abstract floral art or bold contemporary designs, this painting makes a unique and stylish statement. abstract flower painting, modern wall art, blue vases artwork, turquoise background art, minimalist floral painting, bold color abstract art, contemporary acrylic artwork, unique flower art, geometric floral design, vibrant wall decor, modern home decor, large abstract painting, blue and white flowers, bold minimalist art...

9:23am, 1969, acrylic on canvas, signed and dated verso, 44 ½ x 50 inches, exhibited: 39th Midyear Show, The Butler Institute of American Art, Youngstown, Ohio, 1972 (label verso), p...

Park, 1980, acrylic on canvas, signed and dated lower right, 32 x 48 inches, inscribed verso “Alfred P. Maurice, 2725 A South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60616, ‘Park”, labeled verso ...

Donald Stacy "Sitting in Chair" c.1950s Gouache and oil pastel on paper 24" x 18" unframed Came from artist's estate *Custom framing available for additio...

Born in 1933, Otis Huband declared his intention to be an artist at age 6. He earned his BFA and MFA at Richmond Professional Institute of the College of William & Mary, now Virginia...

shipped in roll Acrylic on canvas Size: 60 x 90 x 2 cm Style: Modern minimalistic and pop art Professional-grade acrylics on canvas Signed by the artist with certificate of authenti...

A Vibrant Mid-Century Modern Cubist Landscape Painting by Listed California & Arizona Artist, John Law Walker (Am. 1899-1965). Titled "Cook Out", the ...

Untitled (Collapsed Shacks), c. 1940s, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 20 ½ x 26 ½ inches, presented in a period frame This work is part of our exhibition America Coast to Coast: ...

A Charming, 1950s Painting of Lisbon, Portugal by Famed Chicago Modern Artist Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965). Depicting a bustling, colorful view of Lisbon's historic Black Horse Sq...

A large, expansive 1950s Mid-Century Modern Southwestern landscape painting of Sedona, Arizona by notable Chicago artist, Francis Chapin. Depicting a scenic, colorful view of Cathed...

Lovers - Nude Couple in Bed - Figurative Composition in Acrylic on Paper Expressive depiction of a nude couple by Byron Richard Rodarmel (American, 1932-2007). A couple is intertwin...

Albert Heckman Woodstock Landscape Oil on board 8 x 10 inches Albert Heckman was born in Meadville, Western Pennsylvania, 1893. He went to New York City to try his hand at the art ...

"Cowboy Serenade", A Large, Cheerful Southwestern, New Mexico Landscape Painting by Notable Chicago Artist, Walter Burt Adams (Am. 1903-1...

Green Landscape Oil on canvas, 2023 Unframed: 38 x 61 cm (15 x 24 in) Framed: approximately 45 x 68 cm (17.7 x 26.8 in) Black floater frame included. Ready to hang. This expressive...

Downtown New York, c. 1930s, oil on canvas, signed lower right, 10 x 12 inches; label verso reads: "Harry Dix / Title Downtown New York / Medium Oil" Harry Dix was a 20th-century p...

Henry Gasser American Scene Realism Regionalism Mid-20th Century Modern WPA 1940s Henry Martin Gasser (1909-1981) "Hilltop Houses" Watercolor on paper, c. 1940s Sight size 10 1/2 x...

Abram Tromka (1895-1964) City at Night, ca. 1940. Oil on canvas, 16 x 20 inches; 20 x 24 inches in antique oak frame. Signed lower right. Frame is of the period, but probably not ...

A charming, vibrant, early Mexican city street scene by famed Chicago Modern artist Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965). Depicting a quiet, picturesque view of the rooftops and cathedral...