Vintage Mid-Century Abstract Nyc Manhattan Skyline Painting Lic East River

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A dynamic Mid-Century Modern abstract cityscape depicting the Midtown Manhattan skyline viewed across the East River, likely painted from the … Read more A dynamic Mid-Century Modern abstract cityscape depicting the Midtown Manhattan skyline viewed across the East River, likely painted from the vantage point of Long Island City or Queens. Rendered with thick impasto, layered palette knife strokes, and bold structural lines, the focal point features a prominent, spired skyscraper silhouette reminiscent of the Chrysler Building surrounded by Midtown high-rises. The foreground features a expressive, textured blue field depicting the East River, balanced by primary color blocking in vivid red, yellow, emerald green, and deep black. The painting is executed on a period M. Grumbacher Paint-Tested Genuine Canvas Panel No. 634 (New York, N.Y.), providing excellent provenance and era authenticity for collectors of Mid-Century Modern (MCM) and New York School art. The painting measures 20" wide by 16" high. Unframed and unsigned. Mid-20th Century (c. 1950s–1960s).

Authentic vintage studio condition. Paint surface features rich texture with heavy impasto application throughout. Verso (Reverse): Features the classic vintage M. Grumbacher Paint-Tested Genuine Canvas Panel No. 634 logo printed in the center. Shows natural age-toning, historical water-staining to the cardboard backing sheet on the left side, and light corner wear that does not compromise the front image panel. Unframed; minor age-appropriate edge wear around the outer margins. Please review all high-resolution photos for exact surface texture and condition details prior to purchase. See less