Max Rikin Original Landscape Oil PaintingSigned 1948 Cincinnati Art Suders Frame For Sale

Max Rikin Original Landscape Oil Painting Signed 1948 Cincinnati Art Suders FrameItem Specifics
FieldValueConditionUsed / Vintage (Excellent condition for its age; minor wear on frame)ArtistMax Rikin(Russian/American, 1872–1953)Unit of SaleSingle PieceSignedYes, signed and dated (\"M. Rikin \'48\") lower rightSizeLarge (Frame: 27 3/4\" x 21 3/4\"; Sight: 23 3/4\" x 17 3/4\")MaterialOil on CanvasRegion of OriginCincinnati, Ohio, USAFramingFramed in a vintage, custom gold wood frame fromSuder\'s Art StoreSubjectLandscape, Riverscape, Bridge, BoatStyleImpressionism, Regionalism, Folk Art / Listed ArtistHandmadeYesProduction TechniqueOil PaintingDetailed Item DescriptionTitle:Vintage 1948 Original Riverscape Oil Painting by Max Rikin (1872–1953)Description:
Up for sale is a stunning, beautifully executed original vintage oil painting on canvas by renowned Cincinnati regional artistMax Rikin, dated 1948. This exceptional piece depicts a peaceful, impressionistic riverside scene featuring a wooden walking bridge, dense midsummer foliage, and a classic blue and wood-toned riverboat anchored along the shore. A lone figure sits thoughtfully on the boat, complete with a smoking chimney pipe that injects an intimate narrative into the serene landscape.The painting features rich textural brushstrokes and a soft, luminous sky that showcases Rikin\'s self-taught mastery of color and light. It is prominently signed and dated\"M. Rikin \'48\"in the lower right-hand corner.Frame & Provenance:
The piece comes beautifully housed in its heavy, period-correct carved gold-toned wooden frame. The backing retains its original historical paper label fromSuder\'s Art Store, located at1309 Vine St. in Cincinnati\'s historic Over-the-Rhine district.Suder\'s, founded in 1924, is famous for framing and supplying materials to Cincinnati\'s core artist community during the mid-20th century. This label provides excellent local provenance and dates the high-quality framing directly to the era of the painting\'s creation.Dimensions:

• With Frame:27 3/4\" Long x 21 3/4\" Wide
• Visible Artwork (Sight):23 3/4\" Long x 17 3/4\" Wide

Condition:
The painting is in beautiful, collector-grade condition with no canvas tears, punctures, or paint loss. The canvas remains taut. The frame shows minor, appropriate age-related vintage wear/patina but remains structurally sound and displays beautifully. Please review the detailed photos to verify the condition.Artist Information & RarityAbout the Artist: Max Rikin (1872–1953)

• Background:Max Rikinwas a Russian-born painter and interior decorator who immigrated to the United States in 1905, settling in Cincinnati, Ohio.
• Career:A self-taught talent, Rikin painted landscapes and still lifes extensively around the Cincinnati area during the Great Depression and post-WWII eras to support his family. He gained notable local acclaim, culminating in commissions such as painting the historical murals inside the old Engineer Building at the University of Cincinnati.
• Style:His work bridges the gap between American Regionalism, Impressionism, and sophisticated American Folk Art. He is a highly regarded \"listed regional artist\" whose works are actively traded by major local institutions like theCincinnati Art Galleries.

Rarity & Value Context

• High Scarcity:Rikin’s original works do not come to the open market frequently. Because he painted primarily locally to generate income, many of his pieces remain tightly held within private Ohio estates and regional family collections.
• Desirable Era & Subject:Pieces from his late-career peak in the late 1940s that depict tranquil Midwestern riverscapes are highly sought after compared to generic still lifes.
• Market Value:Premium, large-scale original oil paintings by Max Rikin can carry retail gallery pricing up to$4,500.00depending on the subject matter and condition. Having the originalSuder\'s Art Storelabel drastically enhances its historical authenticity for regional art collectors

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