Mid Century Modernist Painting of a Cafe Scene, From the Collection of Seymour Stein

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This listing is for a phenomenal modernist painting of a cafe scene.

The painting is of American origin and was … Read more This listing is for a phenomenal modernist painting of a cafe scene.

The painting is of American origin and was painted by Marie Linnell (1912-1965).

The painting depicts two ladies in bright dresses seated at a counter. A barista works behind them. The painting is colorful and bold, evoking a sense of warmth and delight.

The artist's name is signed in the lower lefthand corner.

This oil on board painting comes in a later frame with floral motifs.

The framed piece measures 29.75 x 41.75 inches


This painting comes from the collections of the late Seymour Steinbigle (April 18, 1942 – April 2, 2023), better known as Seymour Stein.

Stein was an American entrepreneur and music executive remembered for his roles as co-founder of Sire Records and vice president of Warner Bros. Records.

Stein signed some of the most famous pop and rock bands (and musicians) of the 1970s and 1980s, including Talking Heads, The Pretenders, and Madonna. Stein was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005. See less