Add a touch of classic wildlife artistry to your home with this signed "Summer Tanager" lithograph by Ray Harm, one of Kentucky’s most celebrated nature artists. Known for his lifelike bird illustrations, Harm captures the grace and vibrancy of the Summer Tanager in stunning detail.
🖼️ Framed Elegance: This piece is housed in a beautifully ornate wooden frame with golden floral accents (as pictured). The rich wood grain and decorative trim lend a timeless, Americana charm that suits both rustic and traditional interiors.
🖋️ Details: - Signed in pencil by Ray Harm - Issued 1963 - Framed under glass' frame is beautiful but consistent with age has some very minor flaws (see pictures) - Frame size is an impressive 28.25" high by 24" wide; Print size 20" by 16" - Some discoloration present on the artwork, left upper side - Interior of glass could benefit from cleaning - Frame in good vintage condition with minimal wear; back is secured with gorilla tape 🎁 A perfect addition for collectors of Kentucky wildlife art, or those with an eye for vintage signed prints.
Ray Harm (1926–2015) was a pioneering American wildlife artist best known for his vivid, lifelike bird illustrations. Born in West Virginia and later based in Kentucky, Harm co-founded the modern limited-edition print industry in the early 1960s alongside Louisville businessman Wood Hannah. His work—created entirely from field sketches and firsthand observation—helped popularize wildlife art across the U.S. Harm’s prints, especially of native birds like the cardinal and summer tanager, became beloved collectibles. He was named Kentucky’s “Man of the Year” in 1964 and was commissioned to paint bald eagles for President John F. Kennedy. A naturalist at heart, Harm never used photographs to create his art, relying instead on deep knowledge and constant practice. His legacy lives on in over 190 published works and a generation of artists inspired by his vision.
