Modernist Abstract Landscape by J.M. Cooper (1974)

This is a mid-to-late 20th-century original painting, likely oil or acrylic on board, executed in a modernist or semi-abstract style. The composition features a rich, warm color palette dominated by deep ochres, reds, purples, and earthy browns, suggesting a sunset or a mountainous terrain during the ‘golden hour.’ The technique utilizes a grid-like or modular structure in the upper half of the canvas, which transitions into more fluid, sweeping geometric shapes and organic curves in the lower foreground. A prominent diagonal line creates a sense of depth, leading the eye through the abstract landforms. The piece is signed 'J.M. COOPER' and dated '1974' in the lower right corner in a contrasting pale pigment. Physically, the work is housed in a substantial, tiered wide-profile wooden frame with a light natural finish that shows a visible grain. The framing is consistent with 1970s aesthetic trends, featuring deep mitered corners. Regarding condition, there are visible signs of aging including surface dust and some minor scuffing or thinning of the pigment layer in the upper-left quadrant. The frame shows some light abrasions and general wear along the edges, common for its 50-year age. The overall craftsmanship suggests a trained hand familiar with color theory and balanced geometric abstraction.