Turner Auctions + Appraisals Presents Jane Peterson Painting and Vintage Instruments

Once known as a leading woman painter of New York City in the 1920s, American artist Jane Peterson was long neglected in art history. Her work received a reevaluation by feminist activists and critics in the 1970s. An admirer of beauty and natural scenes, Peterson devoted her later years to capturing floral arrangements in subtle colors and various styles. One of Jane Peterson’s oil on canvas flower paintings will soon be available in Turner Auctions + Appraisals’ upcoming event. The available work shows a red and white bouquet in a wide vase. A light green and aqua background adds contrast to the scene. Another notable work of fine art in the event is a ukiyo-e print from Utagawa Hiroshige’s 100 Famous Views of Edo series. This piece was printed in 1856. Bidders can also consider a selection of fine art by Robert Lyn Nelson, an American painter known for his depictions of marine life. 

Musical instruments comprise a large section of the catalog, led by a 1940s Gibson L-7 archtop acoustic guitar. The L-7 was among the company’s most popular professional models, especially noted for its “warmth, projection and playability.” Other top lots include a Fairbanks five-string banjo from the early 20th century, an Ome professional open back banjo, and a 1960s Martin & Co. flattop acoustic guitar. Visit Turner Auctions + Appraisals to view the full listings and place a bid.