Machine Age abstract painting by Los Angeles artist Ruth Peabody.
Media: Oil on masonite.
Title: Untitled (abstraction)
Date: c1940s
Measurements: 23.5" x 15" sight size, and 30.5" x 22" x 1.5" overall including framing
Notes: This is an early abstract painting by a noted female artist working in Los Angeles, CA. Signed lower center.
Provenance: From a California collection.
About the artist: Ruth Eaton Colburn Peabody (California 1893-1966), was a pioneer in women abstract painters in Los Angeles area, and was an educator in Laguna Beach. Ruth works were shown in many shows in California including the Panama Pacific Exhibition in 1915, several LA County and California State fairs, and many Laguna Art Association shows from the 1920s to the 1950s.

Good condition. Painting shows some wear and minor paint loss. Frame has wear. Artwork somewhat loose in frame.