Vintage Mid-Century Decorator Oil Painting Still Life with Urn, Fruit, Wine & Book, Signed 'Luger'
Signed 'Luger' (Likely a mid-century factory decor artist or commercial painter) · Art & Decor > Paintings
Era / Decade
1960s–1970s (Dating based on heavy impasto technique, palette knife textures, gilded wood frame style, and decorative studio painting trends of the mid-to-late 20th century)
Material
Oil paint on stretched canvas; heavy molded wood frame with gold leaf/gilt finish.
Condition
Good to Very Good vintage condition. The canvas paint layer appears intact without major cracking or loss. The frame shows minor edge wear, scuffs, and small dings on the corners consistent with age.
Demand Level
Moderate. Traditional still life art has steady appeal for vintage interior designers, dark academia enthusiasts, and traditional home decor buyers.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$60.00 - $150.00 (Low: $60 local market, Mid: $95 online listing, High: $150 if sold in a curated vintage shop or vintage decor venue)
Estimated Retail Value
$250.00 - $400.00 (Original gallery/decor shop value in mid-to-late 20th century adjusted for inflation)
Comparable Sales
Framed 1970s decor oil still life paintings typically sell between $50 and $120 on eBay and Etsy depending on frame quality, subject matter, and size.
Description
A classic vintage 1970s oil still life painting featuring a rich composition of a metallic urn, wine glass, book, green grapes, plums, and scattered red cherries. Painted in a textured, impasto decor style with palette knife accents, signed lower left 'Luger'. Housed in an ornate, deep-set gilded wood frame that adds strong traditional or Hollywood Regency flair to any space.
Key Features
Hand-painted original art, signature 'Luger' present, classic still life subject matter, bold impasto texture, dramatic golden wood frame included, highly decorative traditional aesthetic.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence as an original hand-painted oil painting on canvas; signature present lower left corner. Note that it is likely a commercial studio or decorator painting rather than a listed fine artist work.
Flaws to Note
Minor chipping and scuff marks along the outer edges and corners of the gold frame; light surface dust on the painting.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, or Craigslist for local pick-up to avoid heavy shipping costs. Etsy, eBay, or Chairish for a national audience looking for vintage framed wall art.
Selling Tips
Measure and include the total outer frame dimensions as well as sight size. Take close-up photos of the signature, paint textures/impasto, and frame condition. Highlight terms like 'Dark Academia', 'Vintage Oil Painting', 'Gold Leaf Frame', and 'Mid-Century Decor' in your listing tags.