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(29,799 posts) Sat Jan 25, 2025, 11:52 PM Jan 25

So, I want to share a pic of a painting that I inherited from my Aunt and Uncle. (Painted by: Josef M. Arentz) [View all]

Last edited Sun Jan 26, 2025, 01:22 AM - Edit history (2)

When they built their house in Biddeford Pool, ME in 1960, this painting was in the living/dining room. It's pretty special to me, but wondering if there is any info on the painter. Painting is 23"H x 34" wide

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So, I want to share a pic of a painting that I inherited from my Aunt and Uncle. (Painted by: Josef M. Arentz) [View all] OAITW r.2.0 Jan 25 OP

That sure is beautiful samplegirl Jan 25 #1

It's mystical...the painter captures a typical early summer sunrise off the coast of Maine. Fog burning off @ 7:30AM OAITW r.2.0 Jan 25 #2

Google him. Lots of info. He was well known. Srkdqltr Jan 25 #3

Thanks! OAITW r.2.0 Jan 26 #5

Just did a search on "artist Josef M. Arentz". sinkingfeeling Jan 26 #4

One other point of note. The clarity of his ocean painting changes from the main mast right. OAITW r.2.0 Jan 26 #6

Why the "Copyright Reserved"? What did that mean in 1960? OAITW r.2.0 Jan 26 #7