Mid-Century Manhattan Reverie (C. 1950s)

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A Luminous Abstract Expressionist Oil — Newly Framed, Bold, and Unmistakably New York

A striking 1950s abstract painting that captures … Read more A Luminous Abstract Expressionist Oil — Newly Framed, Bold, and Unmistakably New York

A striking 1950s abstract painting that captures the raw poetry and electric energy of postwar New York abstraction. This original oil on panel pulses with layered movement and a quiet intensity—an intimate yet commanding work that feels deeply rooted in the Abstract Expressionist era, when emotion, gesture, and surface redefined modern art.

The composition unfolds in soft blush pinks, chalky whites, weathered taupes, warm ochres, muted olive greens, and flashes of turquoise, all interwoven through expressive brushwork and scraped textures. The palette feels both urban and atmospheric—suggestive of city walls, shifting light, and the intellectual bravado of 1950s Manhattan studios. Subtle luminosity emerges from beneath the surface, giving the work a haunting glow that evolves throughout the day.

Recently professionally reframed in a refined, neutral frame that enhances the painting without distraction, this piece delivers immediate visual impact while maintaining sophistication. It anchors a room effortlessly—equally compelling in a curated modern interior, a minimalist setting, or a collector’s salon wall.

A rare and authentic example of mid-century American abstraction, this work offers both historic presence and timeless design appeal.

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Artist: Unknown

Date: Circa 1950s

Medium: Oil on panel

Panel Size: 16" H x 20" W

Framed Size: 22" H x 26" W

Style: Abstract Expressionism / Mid-Century Modern

Origin: United States See less