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VTGTurner Airbrush Farm Landscape Painting Framed Regionalist Art Deco MCM
AllOrders Are Shipped Worldwide Daily From Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Offered for your consideration is a stunning, originalmid-century stencil-airbrush lithograph created by the iconic TurnerManufacturing Company of Chicago, Illinois. Marked with the authentic signature\"Turner ©\" in the lower-left corner, this piece captures the spiritof 1930s–1950s American Regionalism—a celebrated artistic style popularized byMidwestern masters like Grant Wood and Thomas Hart Benton.
The artwork depicts a farmer and his wife tending furrows in arolling countryside filled with stylized trees, soft clouds, and distantfarmsteads. Turner’s signature multi-layered stencil airbrush technique createssmooth shading, rich gradients, and an almost three-dimensional depth underlight.
Single-Family Provenance: Thispiece has been lovingly owned and displayed by our family in Cedar Rapids,Iowa, for at least 65 years. It was originally purchased during the golden eraof downtown Cedar Rapids retail, likely at local fine home institutions such asSmulekoff’s Furniture or The Killian Company.
Please note: The lifestyle photo provided in this listing is intendedsolely to give potential buyers decorating ideas and display inspiration in amodern home setting. This listing and sale are exclusively for the framedTurner painting itself. None of the furniture, pottery, lamps, display card andeasel or other decor items shown in the lifestyle image are included in thissale.
Why Thisis a Wonderful Collector\'s Item
Rarity of Subject Matter: UnlikeTurner\'s widely produced flamingo and floral prints, their American Regionalistfarming landscapes were produced in far fewer quantities, making themsignificantly harder to find today.
Complete Original Presentation:Enclosed in its factory-original, dual-tone carved gold and whitewashed woodframe, preserving the exact visual aesthetic intended by the manufacturer.
Cross-Generational Appeal: Bridgesmultiple design genres seamlessly—appealing to collectors of Art Deco,Mid-Century Modern (MCM), American Regionalist Fine Art, and MidwesternAgricultural History.
Impeccable Provenance:Carefully displayed in a single family\'s home for over 65 years, offeringverified authenticity and historical charm.
Artistic Style & Aesthetics: Heavilyreflects the American Regionalist movement of the 1930s–1940s (popularized byartists like Grant Wood and Thomas Hart Benton) combined with sleek Art Decoaesthetics—notable in the smooth, sweeping airbrush gradients, stylized cloudformations, and contoured hills.
Outer Frame Dimensions: 31 1/2inches Wide × 23 1/2 inches High × 1/2 inch Thick
Sight Area (Picture under glass): 27 3/8inches Wide × 19 3/8 inches High
Total Weight: 7 lbs 8 oz
Signature / Markings:Hand-marked Turner © in lower-left corner
Frame Style: Original carved wood withwhitewashed border and gilded inner trim
Condition: Very Good Vintage Condition.The artwork itself under the glass is remarkably well-preserved with rich,vibrant gradients, crisp colors, and no visible fading or water damage. Theoriginal dual-tone wood frame (whitewash border with carved inner gold trim) isstructurally sound and intact, showing minor, light surface wear, small scuffs,and gentle patina along the edges consistent with age and careful handling over65+ years. The original paper dust backing was removed over time (typical for vintageframed pieces), exposing the original corrugated backing board held securely inplace with original finishing nails. The wire hanging harness on the back isintact and ready to mount. Please review all high-resolution photos for fulldetail.
$295.00 BuyIt Now Pricing Analysis & Justification (with \"Best Offer\"enabled)
Rarity of Theme: While mid-century TurnerManufacturing Company airbrush/stencil prints of flamingos, swans, and tropicalbirds are common on the market, American Regionalist agricultural landscapesfeaturing farm figures are significantly rarer and highly sought after bycollectors of 1930s–1950s Americana and Midwestern art.
Original Factory Frame: Thepainting retains its original dual-tone carved gold and ivory whitewash woodenframe, preserving the full aesthetic intended when it left the Chicago factory.
Excellent Provenance:Single-family ownership in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for over 65 years providesverifiable history and authenticity.
Market Context: Similar mid-centuryregionalist framed art in comparable size (31.5\" x 23.5\") sells inthe $250 to $350 range depending on subject matter and frame condition. Pricingat $295 positions it competitively while reflecting its historical appeal andcondition.
Care& Handling Recommendations for the Buyer
Display Location: Hang in aclimate-controlled interior room away from direct sunlight, high humidity, ordirect heat sources to preserve the original colors and wood frame stability.
Cleaning Glass: Clean glass glazingusing a soft, lint-free microfiber cloth. Spray glass cleaner directly onto thecloth—never directly onto the glass—to prevent liquid from seeping into theframe edges.
Dusting Frame: Clean the carvedwhitewash and gilded wooden frame using a soft dry brush or feather duster.Avoid abrasive household chemicals or water on vintage gilt finishes.
Hanging & Mounting: Becausethis piece weighs 7 lbs 8 oz, ensure it is hung using heavy-duty wall anchorsor directly into a wall stud using the rear wire mount.
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