Columbus Artist
RON ARPS Original Untitled Oil Painting on Wood Panel – Signed
Large scale oil painting on wood panel by local Columbus, Ohio artist Ron Arps depicts an angel with feathered wings, large halo, and blue robes. The warm yellow background surrounds the angel in warmth, as the breeze blows through her wings with eyes closed and neck bent. The unfinished wood panel adds intriguing texture and style. Signed in corner.
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BYRON KOHN(1926-2010) Watercolor Painting of Beach Scene Circa 1963
Watercolor painting of a beach scene by local Ohio artist Byron Kohn (1926-2010) uses muted colors to depict the shore, docks, boats, and other features. The quick strokes create a dynamic yet tranquil composition. Signed and dated 1963 in corner.
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BC COLLINS “Clouds- Foreshadowing” Original Oil and Latex on Canvas Circa 2018
By local artist BC Collins (1943-2020), this original oil and latex painting on canvas circa 2018 is titled “Clouds- Foreshadowing”. This wide landscape has a large green field with brown plateaus rising from the grass. The blue sky darkens as the white clouds turn tumultuous. Inscription on the reverse says “Sierra, inspired by Bears Ears National Monument, Trumps Land Grab”. Signed, titled, and dated on reverse.
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BC COLLINS “Moon Mandala” Original Oil on Canvas Circa 2012
By local artist BC Collins (1943-2020), this original oil on canvas titled “Moon Mandala” pays homage to JMW Turner. Created circa 2012, this painting has a green and yellow palette, abstractly depicting a moon over water. Orange creeps along the horizon, seemingly split by a beam of light. Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775-1851) was a Romantic painter who played with light and color over waterscapes. BC Collins derives inspiration with modern interpretation, adding unusual tones to create a fascinating original work. Signed, titled, and dated on reverse.
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BYRON KOHN Watercolor Painting of Schwartz Castle
Original watercolor painting by German Village artist Byron Kohn (1926-2010) depicts Schwartz Castle in German Village. Schwartz Castle was built in the 1800s by Frederick Schwartz, a German immigrant who established a successful pharmacy in Columbus. He had a fiancee in Germany who he planned to send for once he was established so they could be married. They corresponded frequently, planning their wedding. She desired to be married in a castle, and when he could not find one in America, he decided to build his own, complete with a turret that towered above surrounding German Village architecture. When the castle was complete, he wrote to his beloved to invite her to finally join him in Columbus. When she told him that she had found someone else she would rather marry, local legend alleges he went mad, and exhibited bizarre behaviors for the rest of his life. When he died, he didn’t leave the castle to anyone, so it became property of the city of Columbus. It is said that the ghost of Frederick Schwartz haunts the castle, particularly the famed turret. This watercolor painting captures the impressive, notorious architecture with classic German Village charm. Signed by Kohn and dated 1965 in corner.
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DAVID SCHACKNE(1923-2004) Original Watercolor- Signed
Babblement is an original watercolor by Columbus, Ohio artist David Schackne. Busy in both color and composition, this landscape features tones of green, blue, red, orange, and yellow with strikes of black throughout. Signed on bottom and titled on reverse.
About the Artist:
David Schackne (1923-2004) was an architect who designed many of Columbus's public high schools. As a teenager he studied at Columbus Art School (now CCAD) and would graduate from Ohio State University with a degree in architecture. He later served as adjunct faculty at OSU, as well as a member of the Ohio Watercolor Society and the Central Ohio Watercolor Society.
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MICHELLE MAGUIRE Black and White Photograph of Comet
PU 10.20.21 LB By Columbus, Ohio based photographer and stylist Michelle Maguire, this black and white photograph features a vintage can of Comet Lube Motor Oil. Strong contrast and powerful shadows create a compelling, nostalgic aesthetic. With a thick white mat in a light blue frame.
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VEENA BANSAL Original Oil Painted Six Panel Screen – Signed
Circa 2002, a six panel screen of an original painting by Columbus based artist Veena Bansal. Influenced by traditional folk art of Asia, cranes with decorative plumage convene in an open marsh. Bansal emigrated from Northern India and is represented by the Marcia Evans Gallery in Columbus, Ohio.
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SMOKY BROWN(1919-2005) Original Self-Portrait on Found Board – Signed
Self portrait of Ohio artist and local legend Smoky Brown captures his essence with a found board, complete with mounted paintbrush. A muted palette creates the visage of the artist with loose brush strokes and his classic folksy style. The white paint brush mounted to his hand is a nod to his affinity for using reclaimed and repurposed materials. Signed, and therefore titled, at the top of the piece in blue.
About the Artist:
Smoky Brown (1919-2005) was an enigmatic folk artist from Dayton, Ohio who valued art and service to his Columbus community. Larger than life, Smoky was a storyteller and wove his stories into his paintings. Smoky Brown created art because he enjoyed it, and did not pursue a larger platform past his regional recognition. He regularly played with materials and methodology due to necessity, but his inventiveness only fueled his process and drive.
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RON ARPS “Pleiades” Original Oil On Canvas
Original oil on canvas painting by local Columbus, Ohio artist Ron Arps titled “Pleiades” features a nude woman with deep, brooding shadows against a warm yet neutral background. Her curvaceous shape and compelling mystery create a striking portrait. The title “Pleiades” is a Greek mythological reference to the companions of Artemis, who were the seven daughters of Atlas, the titan. Pursued by Orion after their father Atlas began shouldering the heavens, Zeus made the daughters into doves before transforming them into stars to provide comfort to their father. It is said that Orion’s constellation continues to pursue them across the heavenly sky. Signature and maker’s mark found on front and back, titled and dated 2001 on reverse of canvas.
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