Description
A beautiful pair of vintage art deco framed prints /lithographs by the famous American painter and illustrator Maxfield Parrish. Each is Maxfield’s most recognizable work. “Air Castles”
originally produced as a magazine cover in the 1900s depicts a partially clothed figure glaring towards delicate structures in the translucent clouds. “The Dinkey Bird”, a youthful, spiritual figure is depicted as the focal point cheerfully on a swing twined with a tree branch high above an imaginary fictional landscape. The figure seems to float effortlessly, suspended in a sky filled with gentle shades of blue and yellow, dotted with clouds. In the background, there is a captivating array of intricately crafted structures that resemble castles, shrouded in a misty atmosphere that enhances the magical setting. The meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant use of colors highlight Parrish’s unique style—making the composition both tranquil and otherworldly. The artwork radiates a feeling of innocence, wonder, and escapism, reflecting Parrish’s skill in crafting imaginary worlds that draw viewers into a fantastical experience.
Condition: Fine with no visible damage or marks on surface and no holes or puncture.
Artist: Maxfield Parrish (1870–1966)
Period: 1920s
Styles: Art Deco
Country Of Origin: United States
Frame Type: Framed
Materials: Paper
Condition: Fine with no visible damage
Measurements: Each Framed: 21″ tall x 16 7/8″ wide x 3/4″ deep
Unframed: 14 7/8 Tall x 10 7/8″ wide
Maxfield Parrish (July 25, 1870 – March 30, 1966) was an American painter and illustrator active in the first half of the 20th century.
He is known for his distinctive saturated hues and idealized neo-classical imagery. Parrish’s art features dazzlingly luminous colors; the color Parrish blue was named in acknowledgment.
He achieved the results by means of a technique called glazing where bright layers of oil color separated by varnish are applied alternately over a base rendering (Parrish usually used a blue and white monochromatic underpainting).
His career spanned fifty years and was wildly successful: his painting “Daybreak” is the most popular art print of the 20th century.
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