Lerman '61 Signed Original Oil on Board Still Life with Squash Expressionist

Annihilate the landfill, bring home bold brushwork that outlasts any IKEA print

A gutsy little still life from 1961, signed Lerman and dated lower right. This expressionist oil on board captures acorn squash on a purple-draped table with confident, impasto brushwork — all ochre flesh, deep teal rind, and that killer olive-gold background. The slim walnut-toned wood float frame keeps things modern. Paint surface shows minor age-appropriate wear and light surface scuffs; frame has some edge wear at corners. A serious piece of mid-century kitchen art for someone who actually cooks.

The D'Beetle Difference

• Signed and Dated Original: Clearly signed 'Lerman 61' at lower right. Original mid-century work, not a print — you're buying someone's actual Saturday afternoon in 1961.

• Solid Expressionist Technique: Heavy impasto application with visible palette knife work. Colors remain vibrant after 60+ years — the artist knew their pigments.

• Gallery-Ready Dimensions: Approximately 19" W x 23" H framed. Simple walnut-stained float frame, roughly 1" profile. Ready to hang.

Measurements See tape-measure photos for exact dimensions.