For sale is a gorgeous, matching pair of mid-century mid-size original oil paintings by mid-century American artist Al Ruiz (Alberto Ruiz-Vela, 1920–2006).
Known for his striking palette knife technique and rich textures, these two landscapes make a perfect complementary pair for any Mid-Century Modern, rustic, or transitional home decor setup. One features a winter river scene with a truss bridge, and the other shows a vibrant rustic watermill by a dock with brilliant autumn foliage.
Key Features:
- Artist: Hand-signed "Al Ruiz" on the bottom corner of both canvases.
- Medium: Original oil on canvas board with highly textured, thick impasto palette knife details.
- Dimensions: 24" x 14" inches each (with frames).
- Premium Framing: Housed in their original period-correct wood frames accented by unique olive-green velvet/velour matting borders and gold-toned metallic inner detailing.
- Display Ready: Both include original heavy-duty hanging wires securely attached to the back frames, ready to mount immediately.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The canvases are crisp, vibrant, and free of cracking. The original frames show light, authentic age-related character and remain structurally solid and sturdy.