William Frates Art

Experience the vibrant coastal charm of California with "Capitola, California", an original oil on board seascape painting by acclaimed American artist Jon Blanchette (1908–1987), cr...

This charming Northern California landscape painting by American artist Jon Blanchette (1908–1987) captures the serene beauty of rural life in the mid-20th century. Painted circa 195...

Impressionist New York City winter city-scene depicting the New York City Library on 42nd Street with pedestrians going through the snow in a most intimate, yet energetic way. Christ...

This artwork is a vibrant, impressionistic painting featuring a woman seated at a table at café Paris with a strong emotion being felt. Her story if felt through the expression in he...

Charming and bright mid century California figurative landscape with a female figure walking down a verdant and inviting path by William Hiller (America...

Substantial California oil painting of a Navajo horseman in the New Mexico mountains. Stylistically similar to Constantine Cherkas Navajo Rider painti...

Sunny seascape of seagulls over ocean waves breaking on the coast by Joe Hazel Conrad (American, 20th century). Presented in a wood frame. Signed ...

This original vintage oil painting by Jon Blanchette (1908–1987), titled “Harbor Master’s House, Santa Cruz, California,” beautifully captures the charm of California’s coastline. Painted in the 1950s–1960s, this serene American Impressionist landscape depicts Santa Cruz’s coastal cottages, swaying palm trees, and tranquil harbor views, evoking the relaxed elegance of mid-century California life. Rendered in soft, harmonious tones of blue, green, beige, and white with warm accents of red and brown, Blanchette’s brushwork reflects his mastery of light and atmosphere. The painting is signed lower right and titled on the verso, and comes in a custom dark brown frame. Frame size: 31 × 27 inches Image size: 24 × 20 inches Born in England and raised in the U.S., Jon Blanchette studied at the Pittsburgh Art Institute and later settled in Santa Cruz, where he became known for his captivating Northern California landscape...

Calm harbor scene by unknown artist W. Spivey (20th Century). Signed "W. Spivey" in the lower right corner. Presented in a wood frame with linen and wood liner. Image size: 16"H x 20"W

Wonderful mid century oil painting of a lone fisherman on the levee at Coyote Point in San Mateo, California by Ruth Garber Hulstede (American, 1892-1981). Signed "R. Hulstede '58" l...

A stunning jewel and pertinent example of Berthelsen's charming New York City scenes. Here we find a The Plaza hotel and the Manhattan buildings depicted in the far background with pops of colors shinning through the lights and magic of the city. The artist was truly a master of capturing New York in all of its glory throughout the seasons. This piece is executed whimsically, yet dramatically evoking an emotion of wonder and beauty. This piece is signed lower right by the artist and it also bears the reproduction right's stamp on the reverse. It is titled on the back and it comes housed in a beautiful French giltwood frame with linen liner and hanging wire on verso ready to be displayed. Art measures 6.5 x 8 inches Frame measures 12 x 14 inches Johann Berthelsen was born in Copenhagen in 1883, the 7th of seven children, to Conrad and Dorothea Karen Berthelsen. His parents were involved in artistic and professional circles. In 1890, his mother brought the children to America, settling in Manistee, Michigan, with her sister's family. They would eventually move to Manitowoc, Wisconsin, a city on the shore of Lake Michigan. As a teenager, Johann was actively involved in choirs and singing groups. And he always loved to draw and paint, and while he was too impatient to take well to schoolwork, and never went beyond the 5th grade. Although he worked in several trades, Johann's mind and heart were always with the arts. As his voice matured, he also always wanted to be an actor, and at the age of 18 moved to Chicago where he reconnected with an old friend who was studying voice at the Chicago Musical...

Tranquil figurative landscape of two people sitting on a dock by a lake near Medina, Ohio by Joseph Yeager (American, 20th Century). Unsigned, but was purchased with a collection of ...