“Cranes Among Bamboo” (Attributed Title), Rick Lane (b. 1951), c. 1980s–1990s, acrylic on paper, 25 × 33 in., signed lower right “Lane.”
A refined Oriental-style acrylic painting by Rick Lane, this 25×33 composition presents two elegant red-crowned cranes walking amidst tall bamboo stalks, rendered in a muted antique palette with exquisite classical detailing. Acquired in NYC, the work reflects Lane’s mastery of East-Asian painting traditions and his ability to create contemporary works that appear centuries old—an exceptional piece for collectors of Asian-inspired fine art, wildlife painting, and sophisticated interior décor.
Artwork Description
This artwork showcases two red-crowned cranes, one upright and one grazing, framed by a dense bamboo grove rendered in soft celadon greens and ink-like grays. The earth-toned paper ground, subtly mottled and intentionally aged, gives the composition the appearance of a traditional Japanese or Chinese scroll painting.
Color Palette & Mood
Muted ochre background evoking patinated silk
Jade and sage bamboo foliage
Ivory, charcoal, and warm cream feather tones
Hints of blue-black in tail plumage
Quiet, meditative atmosphere
The effect is elegant, timeless, and deeply aligned with classical kachō-ga (bird-and-flower painting) traditions.
Technique
Acrylic applied in layered washes to mimic ink-wash absorption
Fine contour lines in controlled brushwork referencing Asian calligraphy
Matte surface quality that enhances the antique illusion
Underpainting and glazing techniques learned through Lane’s classical training
Style Influences
This piece reflects:
Japanese Rinpa-school stylization
Chinese Song and Ming dynasty naturalistic bird studies
Early 20th-century Orientalist decorative panels
Lane’s unique synthesis of Western realism and Eastern symbolic purity
Symbolism
In East Asian culture, cranes represent:
Lane often creates works that align with these symbolic themes, designed to feel culturally authentic yet broadly universal.
Signature
Lower right “Lane” in delicate script, consistent with his Oriental-series signatures.
Biography of Rick Lane (b. 1951)
Rick Lane, born in 1951 in New York City, emerged as a highly versatile painter capable of mastering multiple historical painting traditions—European classical realism, British sporting scenes, Spanish academic technique, and East Asian antique decorative styles.
Education & Classical Training
BFA, School of Visual Arts (SVA), NYC
Studied under instructors with direct lineage to European Old-Master academies
Rigorous training in:
Spanish Influence
Lane spent substantial periods in Torremolinos and Marbella, Spain, refining:
Classical European oil methods
Moorish decorative aesthetics
Antique-surface simulation techniques
The ability to replicate centuries-old patinas
This period profoundly shaped his capacity to create the Oriental antique-style works for which he became known.
Career Recognition & Exhibitions
Solo Exhibitions
1980 – Artexpo, New York
1981 – Summerset Gallery, Old Greenwich, CT
1981 – Sol Gallery, Marbella, Spain
Group Exhibitions
Ollantay Center for the Arts, NYC
Spanish coastal contemporary galleries
Various U.S. regional fine art showcases
Professional Profile
Lane gained attention for his unusual artistic range:
English hunt scenes indistinguishable from 19th-century originals
European landscapes with classical tonal structures
Oriental paintings that convincingly mimic antique scrolls, screens, and panels
Hyperrealist contemporary works
His mastery across styles made him a valued artist for both fine art collectors and high-end interior designers.
Current Life
Lane divides his time between New York and Torremolinos, Spain, continuing to evolve his multi-cultural painting practice.
Rick Lane (b. 1951), “Cranes Among Bamboo” (Attributed), c. 1980s–1990s, acrylic on paper, 25×33 in., signed. A refined Oriental-style composition depicting two cranes in a bamboo grove with antique-inspired tonality.
CERTIFICATE OF VALUE & AUTHENTICATION
Artist: Rick Lane (b. 1951)
Title: Cranes Among Bamboo (Attributed)
Date: c. 1980s–1990s
Medium: Acrylic on paper
Dimensions: 25 × 33 in.
Signature: Lower right “Lane”
Condition: Excellent; natural surface variation consistent with intentional antique aesthetic
Acquisition: New York City
Authenticity:
Signature, subject matter, palette, and technique correspond precisely to works from Lane’s Oriental antique-style series, verified by stylistic comparison and known gallery holdings.
Provenance Chain
Private Collection, New York City
Private Collector, United States
Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC (current owner)
“Cranes Among Bamboo” (Attributed Title), Rick Lane (b. 1951), c. 1980s–1990s, acrylic on paper, 25 × 33 in., signed lower right “Lane.”
A refined Oriental-style acrylic painting by Rick Lane, this 25×33 composition presents two elegant red-crowned cranes walking amidst tall bamboo stalks, rendered in a muted antique palette with exquisite classical detailing. Acquired in NYC, the work reflects Lane’s mastery of East-Asian painting traditions and his ability to create contemporary works that appear centuries old—an exceptional piece for collectors of Asian-inspired fine art, wildlife painting, and sophisticated interior décor.
Artwork Description
This artwork showcases two red-crowned cranes, one upright and one grazing, framed by a dense bamboo grove rendered in soft celadon greens and ink-like grays. The earth-toned paper ground, subtly mottled and intentionally aged, gives the composition the appearance of a traditional Japanese or Chinese scroll painting.
Color Palette & Mood
Muted ochre background evoking patinated silk
Jade and sage bamboo foliage
Ivory, charcoal, and warm cream feather tones
Hints of blue-black in tail plumage
Quiet, meditative atmosphere
The effect is elegant, timeless, and deeply aligned with classical kachō-ga (bird-and-flower painting) traditions.
Technique
Acrylic applied in layered washes to mimic ink-wash absorption
Fine contour lines in controlled brushwork referencing Asian calligraphy
Matte surface quality that enhances the antique illusion
Underpainting and glazing techniques learned through Lane’s classical training
Style Influences
This piece reflects:
Japanese Rinpa-school stylization
Chinese Song and Ming dynasty naturalistic bird studies
Early 20th-century Orientalist decorative panels
Lane’s unique synthesis of Western realism and Eastern symbolic purity
Symbolism
In East Asian culture, cranes represent:
Lane often creates works that align with these symbolic themes, designed to feel culturally authentic yet broadly universal.
Signature
Lower right “Lane” in delicate script, consistent with his Oriental-series signatures.
Biography of Rick Lane (b. 1951)
Rick Lane, born in 1951 in New York City, emerged as a highly versatile painter capable of mastering multiple historical painting traditions—European classical realism, British sporting scenes, Spanish academic technique, and East Asian antique decorative styles.
Education & Classical Training
BFA, School of Visual Arts (SVA), NYC
Studied under instructors with direct lineage to European Old-Master academies
Rigorous training in:
Spanish Influence
Lane spent substantial periods in Torremolinos and Marbella, Spain, refining:
Classical European oil methods
Moorish decorative aesthetics
Antique-surface simulation techniques
The ability to replicate centuries-old patinas
This period profoundly shaped his capacity to create the Oriental antique-style works for which he became known.
Career Recognition & Exhibitions
Solo Exhibitions
1980 – Artexpo, New York
1981 – Summerset Gallery, Old Greenwich, CT
1981 – Sol Gallery, Marbella, Spain
Group Exhibitions
Ollantay Center for the Arts, NYC
Spanish coastal contemporary galleries
Various U.S. regional fine art showcases
Professional Profile
Lane gained attention for his unusual artistic range:
English hunt scenes indistinguishable from 19th-century originals
European landscapes with classical tonal structures
Oriental paintings that convincingly mimic antique scrolls, screens, and panels
Hyperrealist contemporary works
His mastery across styles made him a valued artist for both fine art collectors and high-end interior designers.
Current Life
Lane divides his time between New York and Torremolinos, Spain, continuing to evolve his multi-cultural painting practice.
Rick Lane (b. 1951), “Cranes Among Bamboo” (Attributed), c. 1980s–1990s, acrylic on paper, 25×33 in., signed. A refined Oriental-style composition depicting two cranes in a bamboo grove with antique-inspired tonality.
CERTIFICATE OF VALUE & AUTHENTICATION
Artist: Rick Lane (b. 1951)
Title: Cranes Among Bamboo (Attributed)
Date: c. 1980s–1990s
Medium: Acrylic on paper
Dimensions: 25 × 33 in.
Signature: Lower right “Lane”
Condition: Excellent; natural surface variation consistent with intentional antique aesthetic
Acquisition: New York City
Authenticity:
Signature, subject matter, palette, and technique correspond precisely to works from Lane’s Oriental antique-style series, verified by stylistic comparison and known gallery holdings.
Provenance Chain
Private Collection, New York City
Private Collector, United States
Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC (current owner)
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