“Spring In The Canyon” by Hans Burkhardt – 1970 California Abstract Oil on Canvas
“Spring In The Canyon” by Hans Burkhardt – 1970 California Abstract Oil on Canvas
“Spring In The Canyon” is an evocative oil painting on canvas by renowned California Abstract Expressionist Hans Burkhardt (1904–1994), signed and dated 1970 in the lower right corner. Known for his powerful color fields and emotional depth, Burkhardt captures the seasonal vitality of California’s natural landscape through expressive brushwork and bold color choices. The painting is presented in its original artist-selected wood frame, further emphasizing the artist’s control over presentation and tone.
This vibrant example of West Coast postwar abstract art reflects Burkhardt’s mature style—combining lyrical abstraction with personal symbolism. A key figure bridging the New York School and Los Angeles' mid-century art movement, Burkhardt's work belongs in any serious modern art collection. “Spring In The Canyon” offers both visual intensity and historical significance, ideal for collectors of 20th-century American painting.
Materials Oil paint, canvas, wood frame
Place of Origin 1970
Period California, USA
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