Four Illustrations from Oklahoma! by Mort Kunstler 

Mort Kunstler (American, b. 1931). Four oil on canvas paintings, each with a scene derived from the musical Oklahoma!, including Oklahoma, Oh What a Beautiful Morning, Surrey with a Fringe on Top, I'm Just a Gal Who Can't Say No. Each signed and dated 1984 or 1985, l.r.; 24 in. (each, diameter).

For several decades, Mort Kunstler has been considered the premier painter of America's history and culture. He is celebrated for his accuracy and for capturing the spirit of historical events, particularly the Civil War and the settling of the West. The popularity of his work has led to his status as one of the most reproduced American artists. These paintings are a rare example of Kunstler's translation of a story about the American West as it was reflected in popular culture.