J. Alvin Storck, "River Valley", Framed Acrylic on Board, 24 x 20

$625.00

River Valley, an acrylic on board by J. Alvin Storck, reflects the artist’s steady, traditional approach to mid‑century American landscape painting. Soft atmospheric light settles over distant hills and a quiet river bend, while a cluster of trees anchors the composition with gentle vertical rhythm. Storck’s restrained palette and measured brushwork give the scene a calm, pastoral presence, emphasizing the serenity and natural balance that define his rural imagery.

River Valley, an acrylic on board by J. Alvin Storck, reflects the artist’s steady, traditional approach to mid‑century American landscape painting. Soft atmospheric light settles over distant hills and a quiet river bend, while a cluster of trees anchors the composition with gentle vertical rhythm. Storck’s restrained palette and measured brushwork give the scene a calm, pastoral presence, emphasizing the serenity and natural balance that define his rural imagery.

Artist Bio

J. Alvin Storck was a Chicago‑based artist active in the mid‑20th century, known for a versatile body of work spanning landscapes, cityscapes, figurative scenes, and abstraction. He studied at the Art Institute of Chicago, where his approach took shape through close observation, expressive brushwork, and a strong sense of atmosphere. Across signed original works in oil, acrylic, and watercolor, Storck blended modernist color and texture with representational clarity, capturing both the quiet drama of nature and the rhythms of the built environment. His work reflects a thoughtful balance between structure and experimentation, situating him within the broader tradition of American modern and mid‑century painting.



Important Details

Creator: J. Alvin Storck

Frame Dimensions: 28 in. Width, 24 in. Height, 1.5 in. Depth

Art Dimensions: 24 in. Width, 20 in. Height

Medium/Technique: Acrylic on Board

Period: Mid 20th Century

Art Place of Origin: United States

Condition: Well Preserved

Reference Number: STO-A825-QZ-01