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Grove Painting, Mid-Century Modern, Oiled on Canvas, Signed Brent

$1,795
£1,353.01
€1,582.52
CA$2,540.65
A$2,586.75
CHF 1,489.73
MX$31,168.33
NOK 17,288.46
SEK 17,442.98
DKK 11,828.71

About the Item

This expansive composition, titled “Grove” and signed on the verso simply as Brent, emerges from the venerable Harris Strong Studios—an innovative American design atelier celebrated for fusing modernist abstraction with artisanal integrity. Bathed in a refined palette of sky‑blue and earthy brown, the image evokes a grove—not through literal depiction, but through abstract suggestion: vertical forms echoing trunks, expanses of soft color recalling filtered light beneath foliage. It’s a meditation on landscape distilled into elevated geometry, where color and form converge in mid‑century modern harmony. Though unsigned by Brent on the front, his signature and title on the reverse lend authenticity and layered intention. The condition remains verily vintage—original and unaltered, save for a few discreet scuffs on its surface and frame. These gentle markings speak not to neglect but to the dignified life of a contemplative artwork preserved. This piece operates within his legacy of elevating functional design into poetic abstraction. "Grove” holds appeal for interior curators, design‑savvy collectors, or galleries seeking mid‑century abstractions that articulate both calm and presence. Harris Strong Studio was a prominent American design studio renowned for its innovative and artistic approach to ceramic and tile work during the mid-20th century. Founded by artist and designer Harris Strong, the studio gained widespread acclaim in the 1950s through the 1970s for its distinctive wall plaques, tile mosaics, and architectural ceramics. Strong's work blended modernist aesthetics with vibrant colors and intricate patterns, often drawing inspiration from abstract art, ancient civilizations, and global cultures. The studio's pieces were both decorative and functional, frequently used in residential and commercial interiors. Harris Strong Studio’s creations were celebrated for their craftsmanship and artistic integrity, earning a place in department stores, galleries, and museums. The studio’s legacy remains influential among collectors and mid-century modern design enthusiasts, who appreciate its role in elevating ceramics into fine art. This painting has a label stating that is it from the Harris Strong studio. Signed "Brent" backside of art says artwork name "Grove". Framed stretched canvas. Dimensions: 41.125” Wide x 1.5” Deep x 54.25” High
  • Creator:
    Harris Strong (Workshop/Studio)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 54.25 in (137.8 cm)Width: 41.13 in (104.48 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. VERY VERY GOOD overall condition. A few imperfections and scuffs on the frame. ready to hang.
  • Seller Location:
    Chattanooga, TN
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2255344913902

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