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Mid-Century Modern, Van Gaard, Drip Oil Steamer Paddleboat Painting, Signed

Fantastic, drip oil painting by Van Guard Studios in CaliforniaSigned “Van Gaard” in the lower right corner, which, apparently, was a collective pseudonym for the artists who worked at Vanguard Studios in California in the 1960s Painting shows a steamer paddleboat in gold and black drip oil against twilight hues of purple, blue and ivory. *Please note that the monitor and lighting might make the color appear somewhat different than the actual color*Back is covered with brown paper and hangs by a metal wire stretched acrossThere is a sticker on the back for Van Guard Studios and “180-C” written on the paper at the bottomNote some scratches/scuffs in the background paint; one area of damage to an oil drip (pic #7); nicks/dents and scratches to the wood frame; tears, two significant, to the paper on the back; and a loose staple on the back. There are no holes in the painting itself.With wood frame, measures approximately 29″ x 53″ overall*Please look at all pictures carefully — they are part of the description. Please note measurements — always make sure the items are the size you are expecting/needing before buying!*This is a large, heavy piece and will be *****LOCAL PICKUP ONLY*****. No option for shipping. Don’t buy unless you plan to pick-up. We are the Bridgeport, IL located 5 hours south of Chicago – not the suburb of Chicago!Please contact me with any questions before buying. Look at all pictures carefully — they are part of description. I do my best to describe all defects, but I could miss something. All measurements are as close as I can get, as some pieces are difficult to measure. Sold as is. *Before leaving negative feedback, please contact me to see if we can resolve the issue.***Sales tax will be charged in states where required**