Oil on canvas, framed. Attributed to Thomas Hart Benton (1889 - 1975). This artwork is a stunning example of his signature style of Regionalism. The painting vividly portrays a dynamic scene of a steam locomotive traversing through golden fields under the expansive blue sky. Signed Benton on bottom right corner. Label on verso of GARHAM MODERN with number 7654. 49.5 x 38 cm (19.5" x 15"), framed: 66 x 55.8 cm (26" x 22"). Thomas Hart Benton was an American artist known for his signature style of Regionalism, which he used to capture the essence of his subjects with unparalleled vitality. His works are characterized by a fusion of realism and Regionalism, which he used to depict the American landscape and its people. Benton’s adeptness in capturing movement and life is evident, echoing the rhythmic undulations of the American landscape. Benton’s works have been exhibited in prestigious museums such as The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Museum of Modern Art, The Whitney Museum of American Art, The National Gallery of Art, and The Smithsonian American Art Museum.