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Russell Tripp
Mid Century San Francisco Nocturnal Surrealist Oil Painting

1961

$2,500
£1,894.47
€2,183.16
CA$3,535.69
A$3,802.34
CHF 2,033.12
MX$45,855.12
NOK 25,710.16
SEK 23,425.27
DKK 16,313.04

About the Item

Mid Century Nocturnal Surrealist Oil Painting--San Francisco Unreal Dreams by Russell Tripp Dramatic and atmospheric San Francisco surrealist figurative painting by Russell R. Tripp (American, 1942-2025). This mid century surrealist painting by Russel Tripp depicts a dreamlike vision of San Francisco, featuring the Golden Gate Bridge, a cable car, and ghostlike figures in a stark blue landscape. A massive wall divides the scene, evoking themes of isolation and psychological barriers. The cool palette and dramatic lighting create an eerie, contemplative atmosphere. Material: Oil on board Artist: Russell R. Tripp Signature: "R. Tripp" lower right corner Dated: 1961 Framed in original frame of period Board size: 16"H x 24"W Russell Tripp (American, 1942-2025) enrolled in art classes at ten years old, beginning his path to become a professional artist from a young age. He went on to study at the Academy of Arts in San Francisco, graduating in 1964. Tripp was a prolific artist, despite the level of detail in his pieces. During the height of his career, he was selling paintings as quickly as he could produce them. Member, Society of Western Artists 1982 – Capitola Gallery, Capitola, CA 1974 – Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, San Jose, CA 1971 – Desert Art Center, Palm Springs, CA 1970 – Castle Art Gallery, Santa Cruz, CA 1969 – “Two Hundred Years of California Art”, Old Town Gallery, San Diego, CA 1968 – M.H. de Young Memorial Museum, San Francisco, CA 1967 – Atelier Award, Society of Western Artists 1965 – Villa Montalvo, Saratoga, CA 1964 – Castle Art Gallery, Santa Cruz, CA (solo) 1963 – Popular Award, Santa Cruz Festival of Art 1963 – Sow’s Ear Gallery, Aptos, CA
  • Creator:
    Russell Tripp (1924 - 2025, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1961
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Professionally cleaned with some minor missing paint repaired/inpainted. Minor craquelure throughout which is consistent with age and use. (see images).
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GP2341stDibs: LU54216716172

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