American Regionalism

The American Regionalism collection captures the spirit and stories of early 20th-century America, with a focus on the experiences of rural and working-class communities. Featuring works by artists such as Thomas Hart Benton, John Steuart Curry, Reginald Marsh, and Rockwell Kent, this collection conveys a powerful sense of place and offers an intimate glimpse into America’s diverse cultures and landscapes.

Alton Sawyer, Helen – Circus Wagon – 2009,33

Helen Alton Sawyer (1900-1999), Circus Wagon, ca. 1950, oil on canvas, 25 x 30 in. Huntsville Museum Association Purchase, 2008 – Sellars Collection, 2009.33 ©Artist’s Estate

Bernice Evelyn Jamieson (1898-1977), The Card Game, ca. 1940, watercolor on paper. 14 x 18 ½ in. Huntsville Museum Association Purchase, 2008 – Sellars Collection, 2011.27 ©Artist’s Estate

Bernstein, Theresa – Portrait of Loie Fuller – 2008,19

Theresa Bernstein (1890-2002), Portrait of Loie Fuller, ca. 1925, oil on canvas. 16 x 12 in. Huntsville Museum Association Purchase, 2008 – Sellars Collection, 2008.19 ©Artist’s Estate

Freelon Sr, Allan Randall – Road Menders – 2023,08,03

Allan Randall Freelon (1895-1960), Road Menders, ca. 1935, printed 2008, aquatint. 8 x 10 in. Gift of Joel S. Dryer, 2023.08.03

Wood, Grant – Honorary Degree – 1976,04,04

Grant Wood (1892-1942), Honorary Degree, 1938, lithograph, ed. of 250. 11 ¾ x 7 in. Purchased by the Huntsville Museum of Art Museum Association, 1976.04.04

Bellows, George – Businessmen’s Class – 1981,04,02

George Bellows (1882-1925), Businessmen’s Class, YMCA, 1916, lithograph, ed. of 16. 11 x 17 ½ in. Gift of the Women’s Guild of the Huntsville Museum of Art, 1981.04.02

American Regionalism

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