Art Deco Airbrush Painting by Benjamin Jorj Harris

Title: Vintage Mid-Century Art Deco Airbrush Painting by Benjamin Jorj Harris – Framed, 19" x 21" Up for auction is a beautiful, authentic Mid-Century Art Deco stenciled airbrush and watercolor painting by the celebrated American illustrator Benjamin Jorj Harris (1904–1957). This original period piece features a classic, highly stylized woman in an elegant, floral-patterned green gown accompanied by two prancing fawns. It perfectly captures the sleek, romantic aesthetic of the 1940s–1950s era. Artist Information: Benjamin Jorj Harris was a premier mid-century commercial artist based in New York, renowned for pioneering the stenciled airbrush technique. His work is instantly recognizable for its crisp stenciled edges, smooth gradients, and elegant shadows. He signed his commercial works simply as "Harris" in a distinct cursive script, which is clearly visible in the lower right corner of this piece. His works remain highly collectible items for period-accurate Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern (MCM) interior spaces. Item Details & Provenance: • Artist: Benjamin Jorj Harris (Signed "Harris" lower right) • Medium: Watercolor and Stenciled Airbrush on Paper • Frame Dimensions: 19" x 21" • Frame Style: Features its stunning, original ornate white/cream gesso plaster frame. • Provenance: The backing paper is fully intact and includes the original, genuine vintage stamp from Select Art Galleries (formerly located on Yonge Street in Newmarket, Ontario), adding excellent regional history and authenticity. Condition: The artwork itself is beautifully preserved, bright, and clean behind the glass with no signs of water damage or fading. The backing paper is tightly sealed, protecting the piece for decades. The original wire hanging mount is secure and ready for display. (Note: Please review all photos carefully to inspect the vintage condition of the ornate plaster frame). Nearest intersection Yonge Street and Stelees Avenue