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VINTAGE PAINTING, BEST OFFER STORE… 100s of LISTED ART ON SALE! TOLMAN Contemporary Modern, Calif. Artist, SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA MODERNIST MODERN EXPRESSIONIST OIL on CANVAS, RED focus abstract art. Nice expressionist abstraction with reds and various shades of orange tan sandy beige browns, also with some splash drip technique with white color. Signed lower right, Kim A. Los Angeles based production designer and award-winning scenic designer. Working in film, television, theatre, and themed entertainment. MEDIUM: oil on canvas. CONDITION: Appears to be in good visible condition, appears bright and well kept. Could use a light cleaning, untouched, as found condition. — PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS BEFORE ORDERING. VINTAGE LISTED ART LISTED CALIFORNIA AND AMERICAN FINE ART, BARGAIN COLLECTIBLE ARTWORK, VINTAGE PLEIN AIR ART AND IMPRESSIONIST IMPRESSIONISM, MID CENTURY MODERN, MODERNIST MODERNISM OIL PAINTING WATERCOLORS ETCHING PRINTS and MORE. CHECK BACK WEEKLY FOR NEW ARRIVALS. BEST OFFER STORE GALLERY. 1000’s OF LISTED ART and FINE ART COLLECTIBLES. HUGE SELECTION of LISTED ART, VINTAGE LANDSCAPE and PLEIN AIR PAINTING, ABSTRACT and CONTEMPORARY FINEART, FOLK and PRIMITIVE ART, VINTAGE OILS, WATERCOLOR, VINTAGE SILKSCREEN and ENGRAVING and MANY MORE FINE ART and MIDCENTURY FINE ART TO CHOOSE FROM. BEST OFFER on 1000’s of LISTED ARTISTS and FINE ART VINTAGE PAINTINGS.

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The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art FOG DOME Globe 1997 is a unique souvenir inspired by the iconic SFMOMA building. This collectible item is a special piece that captures the essence of the museum and its surroundings in San Francisco. Made in China, this Fog Dome souvenir is a creative way to commemorate a visit to the museum and the beautiful city of California. Water level is a little low.

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Very Rare, original classic book. “Modern San Francisco 1907 ” De Luxe edition. NOT A REPRINT ; 108 yrs old. Western Press Association, San Francisco, 1908. Illustrated with photos, drawings, and maps. AMAZING ADS IN THE BACK OF BOOK. Printed on glossy paper, each page includes at least one illustration. Foldout map, 8″ x 18″, of San Francisco before the earthquake. Published as San Francisco was rebuilding after the 1906 earthquake, this book shows “modern” San Francisco as it was and as people hoped it was going to be. The hundreds of illustrations include photos of new and restored buildings, as well as drawings of homes and buildings planned but not yet completed. Condition: Pages are clean, no writing. The binding is loose [see posted pictures], cover spine cover is gone see pictures, but all pages and cover are attached. Cover shows signs of wear on the edges and spine, and the front cover is as shown, look at posted photos.

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COOL VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN CALIFORNIA IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS. THIS WORK DEPICTS A BEAUTIFUL AND VIBRANT BOAT SCENE IN FISHERMAN’S WHARF, AN ICONIC LANDMARK LOCATED IN SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA. IT IS SIGNED AND DATED 1968. PERHAPS YOU RECOGNIZE THE ARTIST? MILD WEAR TO THE FRAME AS SHOWN. DIMENSIONS: 30″ H x 24″ W. Fisherman’s Wharf, on the northern waterfront, is one of the city’s busiest tourist areas. At Ghirardelli Square, boutiques and eateries reside in the famed former chocolate factory. One of the great pleasures of visiting San Francisco is a stroll along this city’s historic Fisherman’s Wharf. Here, visitors can peer down at the fishing crafts riding in the calm water or pause to watch fishermen mending a net. Most boats in view belong to a “third generation” fishing craft, which has made history at Fisherman’s Wharf. From the days of the Gold Rush until the turn of the century, the San Francisco fishing fleet comprised lateen-rigged sailboats. They were copies of the craft the Italian fishermen knew in their native land. Green was the prevailing color of the tiny boats, and the name of a patron saint appeared on the hull. The fishermen themselves were as colorful as their craft. Their natural talent for song was to be heard in renditions of arias from Verdi, lusty if not always faithful to the ear. In the fog-shrouded waters outside the Golden Gate, the singing was a means of communication. You could not see a companion boat, but you knew it was there. The “second generation” of fishing boats came with the introduction of gasoline engines, small but dependable “put-puts”. What became known as the Monterey Hull boats came into general use. The gas engine made it possible to fish more days of the year, gave a more comprehensive range for their operation in the ocean water, and provided power to haul in the nets or lines. Even today, several hundred of the Monterey-type boats remain as a part of the fishing fleet. Often likened to the “vintage” automobiles of the Model-T era, the Monterey Hull craft ride at harbor alongside a “‘third generation” of commercial fishing boats, diesel-powered craft that overshadow them in size cruising capacity and are often equipped with two-way radio telephones and “sonar” depth-finders. Fishermen used to get news about the weather from nature instead of a radio or television report. If the moon was in the east, the tide was coming in, or if in the west, the tide was flowing out the Golden Gate. A circle around the moon meant rain. Porpoises playing around the boat indicated a stormy wind was brewing. Old timers around Fisherman’s Wharf have other tales to tell, recalled from the period of the last sailboats. It was hard work. If the boat was becalmed, they waited long hours for a breeze or got out the oars and rowed. Sometimes, they would throw a grappling hook into the rudder chain of a passing steamer and get an easy ride home. When the steamer crews called out imprecations against these marine hitchhikers, the Italian fishermen screamed right back in words that soon became a part of waterfront lingo. In those earlier periods, the favorite fishing spots were outside the Golden Gate, just beyond the waves breaking on the rocks and sandy beaches. It took great skill to manage the boats so they did not drift ashore and be wrecked. Today, as in the past, it is the fishing fleet, operated by the grandsons and great-grandsons of these past generations, which makes Fisherman’s Wharf a place of activity, the center of an ocean-oriented industry beloved by native San Franciscans and visitors alike. History Lives On At Fisherman’s Wharf. San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf is proudly unique among the scenic waterfront attractions of the world. The Fisherman’s Wharf of today rests on land created from the rubble of buildings destroyed in the earthquake and fire of 1906. What could not be destroyed was the love of the sea, generations of fishing skills, and traditions expressed in good things to eat and drink. Many of the well-known sights of today were developed only in the last few decades. The original Meigg’s Wharf was once the main port of entry to San Francisco and an extremely industrious place. Hardworking fishermen, both Chinese and Italian (who were often accompanied by their wives), set out to make a living by catching fish and crab in small vessels at the wharf. It is the heritage of these early fishermen, that contributes to today’s color blending of the old and the new at Fisherman’s Wharf – the center of an ocean-oriented industry beloved by native San Franciscans and visitors alike. Today, as in the past, it is the fishing fleet that gives Fisherman’s Wharf its authenticity and activity.

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FANTASTIC VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN ABSTRACT CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE EXPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS. THIS WORK DEPICTS A BUSY AND VIBRANT STREET SCENE IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA. THE BOLD STROKES AND VIBRANT COLORS CAPTURE THE CITY’S ECLECTIC ENERGY. IN THE FOREGROUND, AN ABSTRACT REPRESENTATION OF A MUNI TRAIN SPEEDS ALONG THE TRACKS, PASSING PEDESTRIANS AND HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS. THE TRAIN ADDS A SENSE OF MOTION AND VITALITY TO THE SCENE, SYMBOLIZING SAN FRANCISCO’S DYNAMIC TRANSPORTATION NETWORK AND THE CONSTANT FLOW OF LIFE WITHIN THE CITY. THIS IS A GREAT PAINTING. IT IS SIGNED IN THE LOWER RIGHTHAND CORNER. PERHAPS YOU RECOGNIZE THE ARTIST? IT DATES AROUND THE 1960s. MILD SCRATCHES TO THE FRAME.

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This unique and exceptional artwork is a masterpiece created by renowned artist McLane. The painting has been signed by the artist and is made of high-quality canvas material. Measuring at 14 inches in length and 11 inches in height, this contemporary art piece depicts the beautiful cityscape of San Francisco, California, in a modern and abstract manner. The painting is an original, one-of-a-kind (OOAK) production technique using acrylic paints. The artwork is handmade and produced in the USA, making it an exceptional piece of American culture. This painting is perfect for art enthusiasts who appreciate the beauty of cityscapes and contemporary art.

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This beautiful painting depicts the iconic San Francisco cityscape in a modern and abstract style, showcasing the unique energy and vibrancy of this world-famous city. Created in 2022 by artist McLane, this one-of-a-kind piece is signed and handmade on canvas with high-quality acrylic paint. Measuring 14 inches in length, 11 inches in height, and. 25 inches in width, this contemporary artwork captures the essence of San Francisco in a bold and striking way. Perfect for art enthusiasts and collectors alike, it is an original and licensed reproduction that represents the American culture and time period produced from 2020 onward. Discover the beauty of this city through this captivating painting.

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Offered here is an original painting by California artist Phyllis Ciment, circa 1970s or’80s. Painting appears to be acrylic on board or paper and measures 14 1/2 x 16 inches (sight). The overall framed size is 27 x 27 inches. Painting is signed at lower right. Painting is in very good condition, under glass, with fabric matting and original framing. Phyllis Ciment -California Modern -Downtown San Francisco City View 1970s/80s. Phyllis Ciment is an award winning artist born in Los Angeles and now makes her home in San Francisco. Classically trained at the School of the Arts at Boston University, where she received her BFA and the “Outstanding Painting Award”, she then earned a MA at the University of Miami. Ciment has exhibited and had her work in numerous galleries. She has achieved mastery in a wide array of media including oil, acrylic, and pastel. Painting the City by the Bay has been an inspiration as well as her profession. The Golden Gate National Park Service has commissioned her work for reproduction of historical sites. Ciment’s work is in the collection of Bank of America, Kaiser Hospital, the Zellerbach Family Collection, and listed in the the Archives of American Art in the Smithsonian. Recent International Juried Exhibitions & Awards. Voyage, Arc Gallery, San Francisco, CA, On-Line Gallery. Grey Cube Gallery, International Online Juried Art Competition, selected work entitled. Thomas Moer San Francis Showroom. San Francisco Main Public Library. School of the Arts Gallery. Open Studio San Francisco. Gallery and Framing, Inc. Listing in the Smithsonian Archives of American Art. Library of Congress Archive. Boston University BFA, Painting. University of Miami MA, Painting Source: Phyllis Ciment Fine Art. Auctiva offers Free Image Hosting and Editing. Auctiva gets you noticed!

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This beautiful painting depicts the iconic San Francisco cityscape in a modern and abstract style, showcasing the unique energy and vibrancy of this world-famous city. Created in 2022 by artist McLane, this one-of-a-kind piece is signed and handmade on canvas with high-quality acrylic paint. Measuring 16 inches in length, 12 inches in height, and. 25 inches in width, this contemporary artwork captures the essence of San Francisco in a bold and striking way. Perfect for art enthusiasts and collectors alike, it is an original and licensed reproduction that represents the American culture and time period produced from 2020 onward. Discover the beauty of this city through this captivating painting.

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This Very Rare Book is a Hardcover (No Dust Jacket, as issued) measuring. 6.375 x 9.375. This work examines the creation and expression of the San Francisco Bay Area s sense of regional identity, which it expressed through its unique architectural idiom the Bay Tradition. In the late nineteenth century, Bay Area elites developed a sense of what Bay Area living meant, based on contact with (and appreciation of) the region s attractive landscapes and mild climate, and from this emerged an architectural style that expressed eclecticism, cultivation, and appreciation for the physical environment. Architects such as Willis Polk, Bernard Maybeck, William Wurster, and Ernest Kump used urban landscapes as a means of regional self-expression, much like Appalachia expressed its regional identity through music and folk arts, the Deep South through literature, and New England through history-based tourism. By the 1930s, it incorporated modernist ideas but retained its essential identity through its use of native woods (particularly redwood), large windows, and open, airy spaces that allowed comfortable contact with the mild, clement outdoors. In the 1940s and 50s, the Bay Tradition was popularized by Sunset Magazine, which began in the Bay Area and conflated its concept of the region s lifestyle into its larger vision of Western living; although the Bay Tradition fell out of favor by 1970, its influence remains widely visible. Bernard’s vision of a region as a regional artifact is a major contribution to architectural and cultural history, and his analysis of the Bay Tradition is the widest-ranging of that regional expression to date. A clear-eyed account of the rise and fall of a noble cause, this book is an important, highly original case study of the tremendous promise and problems of translating regional forms into mass reality and the difficulty of larger attempts – as essential they might be – to cultivate sense of place and regional identity in a globalizing, increasingly placeless world. The general hope that Lewis Mumford expressed sixty years ago for a humane architecture in touch with nature and the needs of a variety of people is still with us today, and books like Dr. Bernard’s provide the groundwork for building this high ideal. Professor Michael Steiner Department of American Studies California State University – Fullerton. Bernard is a native of Oakland, California. He was educated at the University of California, Santa Cruz B. 1987, San Jose State University M. 1993, and the University of Nevada, Reno Ph. His chief academic interests are twentieth-century American cultural history, regionalism, and urban history. He currently lives and teaches in Chicago. Brand New Book, Shrinkwrapped, in Excellent Condition, retaining Sharp Corners with No Tears, Creases, Bumps, Stains, or Any Major Damage. I will be listing many interesting nonfiction books on a variety of subjects history, architecture, art, etc. As well as vintage paperback novels, CDs, and Criterion Collection DVDs, so please check out my other listings. This book will be securely packed. Ask any questions about an item’s condition or content before ordering. This item is in the category “Books & Magazines\Books”. The seller is “wagthedog13″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Book Title: Architecture and Regional Identity in the San Francisco Bay Area
• Ex Libris: No
• Narrative Type: Nonfiction
• Author: Lance V. Bernard
• Topic: 19th Century, 20th Century, Architecture, Design, Houses, Local Interest
• Publication Year: 2007
• Region: American West Coast
• Language: English
• Publisher: The Edwin Mellen Press
• Genre: Art & Culture, History
• Personalize: No
• Country/Region: United States
• Format: Hardcover
• US State: California
• Modified Item: No
• Subject: Architecture & Design
• City: San Francisco
• Subjects: Art & Culture
• Country: USA
• ISBN: 9780773453401

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