Large, Signed 1961 Abstract Oil Painting by Erle Loran – Vibrant Mid-Century American Modernism

Vibrant and commanding in scale, this large, signed and dated 1961 oil-on-canvas is the work of noted American artist Erle Loran (1905–1999) . Known for his bold use of color and dynamic composition, Loran was a prominent figure in the development of mid-century American abstraction . Loran’s work was widely exhibited, including at the Museum of Modern Art (1933) , Rockefeller Center (1935) , Golden Gate International Exposition (1939) , and the California Palace of the Legion of Honor (1945) . His paintings are held in the collections of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art , Denver Museum , University of Minnesota , and Santa Barbara Museum , among others. This piece exemplifies the depth and movement that characterize his celebrated style.

Place of Origin: 1960's