“Misty Harmony: 16×20 Original Oil by Anthony Michael Autorino — New Hope School American Impressionist”
This evocative 16×20 oil on canvas by Anthony Michael Autorino (1937–2015) captures the lyrical, atmospheric light synonymous with the New Hope School of American Impressionism. Acquired in New York, this signed original demonstrates Autorino’s masterful use of soft edges, tonal transitions, and diffused luminosity—hallmarks of his mature Delaware Valley period.
Rendered in a warm, whisper-soft palette, the scene expresses Autorino’s philosophy that all elements in nature—light, air, water, and form—exist in seamless continuity. His signature conjoined A-M-A mark appears prominently, confirming authenticity.
A cherished representative of a major American Impressionist lineage, this work is ideal for collectors of Delaware Valley painters, Pennsylvania Impressionists, 20th-century realism, atmospheric landscapes, and the legacy of George Inness and George Sotter.
DETAILED ARTWORK DESCRIPTION
16 × 20 in. | Oil on Canvas | Signed “MAA uTorino” (conjoined A-M-A signature device)
Acquired in New York City
This 16×20 oil on canvas is a quintessential example of American Impressionism evolving into late-20th-century lyrical realism, executed by noted painter Anthony Michael Autorino (1937–2015). The work presents a soft-edged, atmospheric landscape rendered with his characteristic diffused light, tonal subtleties, and an emotional warmth that evokes continuity between nature, air, and human experience.
Autorino’s technique—distinguished by blurred transitions, vaporous light shifts, and the absence of harsh boundaries—reflects his stated philosophy that “all things are related—flesh, air, light, leaves and water.” His brushwork expresses this unity: glazes melt into opaque strokes, and edges dissolve naturally, capturing the fleeting, lived moment rather than the literal scene.
The painting sits firmly in Autorino’s Delaware Valley / New Hope School period, likely created between the late 1970s–1990s when his style was most mature. The palette—soft umbers, misty grays, and warm golds—aligns with his landscapes inspired by George Inness, Daniel Garber, and George Sotter, whom he admired deeply.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY — ANTHONY MICHAEL AUTORINO (1937–2015)
American Impressionist | Delaware Valley / New Hope School
Born September 29, 1937, in Montclair, New Jersey, Autorino was the son of Italian immigrants whose craftsmanship and cultural heritage informed his early appreciation for artistry and texture.
Military & European Foundation (1950s)
As a teenager he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving eight years in cryptography—an unlikely but formative path that brought him to Paris in the mid-1950s. Stationed at the U.S. Embassy, he immersed himself in European art, making frequent study trips to Holland and Italy, absorbing influences from:
This period seeded his lifelong fascination with light, tonal unity, and quiet reverence for nature.
New York City Period (1960s)
By the mid-1960s, Autorino became a rising figure in the New York art scene, showing at major institutions such as:
National Academy of Design
Salmagundi Club
Allied Artists of America
American Watercolor Society
Philadelphia Sketch Club
Collectors, critics, and museum curators began to associate him with a revivalist yet modern interpretation of the early 20th-century Pennsylvania Impressionists.
Delaware Valley / New Hope Period (1968–2000s)
In 1968 Autorino moved to New Hope, PA, opening his studio-gallery The Gallery on Mechanic Street. The community embraced him as a spiritual successor to the original New Hope School.
In the 1980s he relocated to the historic former residence of George Sotter, further deepening his connection to the lineage of American Impressionism.
Style & Creative Philosophy
Autorino believed that painting is a form of simple and universal communication. His works convey:
Soft atmospheric transitions
Misty, luminous light inspired by Inness
A reverence for interconnectedness in nature
Romantic yet contemporary realism
His signature (a merged A-M-A) has become a recognizable hallmark among collectors.
Legacy
Autorino’s paintings appear in private, corporate, and international collections, and his work has been featured on PBS Antiques Roadshow. He is considered one of the important late-20th-century interpreters of the New Hope Impressionist tradition, continuing the lineage of Redfield, Garber, Sotter, Lathrop, and Spencer.
Anthony Michael Autorino (1937–2015)
Oil on Canvas, 16×20 in., Signed “MAA uTorino”
Acquired in New York City. A refined atmospheric landscape from the celebrated New Hope School American Impressionist. Soft-focus brushwork and lyrical tonal transitions exemplify Autorino’s mature style. Excellent condition.
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICATION
Artist: Anthony Michael Autorino (1937–2015)
Title: Misty Harmony (designation for cataloguing)
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 16 × 20 in.
Signature: Lower corner, conjoined A-M-A device with “uTorino”
Date: ca. 1975–1995 (artist’s Delaware Valley period)
Origin: Acquired in New York City
Current Owner: Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC
Authenticity:
The signature matches the known conjoined “MAA” format used by Autorino. Brushwork, palette, and atmospheric style correspond to documented works from his mature period.
Condition:
Excellent. No visible craquelure, tears, or structural issues. Canvas tight on stretchers; varnish layer stable.
PROVENANCE CHAIN
Artist: Anthony Michael Autorino (1937–2015), studio in New Hope & Lambertville
Acquired: New York City, c. late 20th century
Private Collection: Undisclosed
Current Owner: Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC
“Misty Harmony: 16×20 Original Oil by Anthony Michael Autorino — New Hope School American Impressionist”
This evocative 16×20 oil on canvas by Anthony Michael Autorino (1937–2015) captures the lyrical, atmospheric light synonymous with the New Hope School of American Impressionism. Acquired in New York, this signed original demonstrates Autorino’s masterful use of soft edges, tonal transitions, and diffused luminosity—hallmarks of his mature Delaware Valley period.
Rendered in a warm, whisper-soft palette, the scene expresses Autorino’s philosophy that all elements in nature—light, air, water, and form—exist in seamless continuity. His signature conjoined A-M-A mark appears prominently, confirming authenticity.
A cherished representative of a major American Impressionist lineage, this work is ideal for collectors of Delaware Valley painters, Pennsylvania Impressionists, 20th-century realism, atmospheric landscapes, and the legacy of George Inness and George Sotter.
DETAILED ARTWORK DESCRIPTION
16 × 20 in. | Oil on Canvas | Signed “MAA uTorino” (conjoined A-M-A signature device)
Acquired in New York City
This 16×20 oil on canvas is a quintessential example of American Impressionism evolving into late-20th-century lyrical realism, executed by noted painter Anthony Michael Autorino (1937–2015). The work presents a soft-edged, atmospheric landscape rendered with his characteristic diffused light, tonal subtleties, and an emotional warmth that evokes continuity between nature, air, and human experience.
Autorino’s technique—distinguished by blurred transitions, vaporous light shifts, and the absence of harsh boundaries—reflects his stated philosophy that “all things are related—flesh, air, light, leaves and water.” His brushwork expresses this unity: glazes melt into opaque strokes, and edges dissolve naturally, capturing the fleeting, lived moment rather than the literal scene.
The painting sits firmly in Autorino’s Delaware Valley / New Hope School period, likely created between the late 1970s–1990s when his style was most mature. The palette—soft umbers, misty grays, and warm golds—aligns with his landscapes inspired by George Inness, Daniel Garber, and George Sotter, whom he admired deeply.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY — ANTHONY MICHAEL AUTORINO (1937–2015)
American Impressionist | Delaware Valley / New Hope School
Born September 29, 1937, in Montclair, New Jersey, Autorino was the son of Italian immigrants whose craftsmanship and cultural heritage informed his early appreciation for artistry and texture.
Military & European Foundation (1950s)
As a teenager he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving eight years in cryptography—an unlikely but formative path that brought him to Paris in the mid-1950s. Stationed at the U.S. Embassy, he immersed himself in European art, making frequent study trips to Holland and Italy, absorbing influences from:
This period seeded his lifelong fascination with light, tonal unity, and quiet reverence for nature.
New York City Period (1960s)
By the mid-1960s, Autorino became a rising figure in the New York art scene, showing at major institutions such as:
National Academy of Design
Salmagundi Club
Allied Artists of America
American Watercolor Society
Philadelphia Sketch Club
Collectors, critics, and museum curators began to associate him with a revivalist yet modern interpretation of the early 20th-century Pennsylvania Impressionists.
Delaware Valley / New Hope Period (1968–2000s)
In 1968 Autorino moved to New Hope, PA, opening his studio-gallery The Gallery on Mechanic Street. The community embraced him as a spiritual successor to the original New Hope School.
In the 1980s he relocated to the historic former residence of George Sotter, further deepening his connection to the lineage of American Impressionism.
Style & Creative Philosophy
Autorino believed that painting is a form of simple and universal communication. His works convey:
Soft atmospheric transitions
Misty, luminous light inspired by Inness
A reverence for interconnectedness in nature
Romantic yet contemporary realism
His signature (a merged A-M-A) has become a recognizable hallmark among collectors.
Legacy
Autorino’s paintings appear in private, corporate, and international collections, and his work has been featured on PBS Antiques Roadshow. He is considered one of the important late-20th-century interpreters of the New Hope Impressionist tradition, continuing the lineage of Redfield, Garber, Sotter, Lathrop, and Spencer.
Anthony Michael Autorino (1937–2015)
Oil on Canvas, 16×20 in., Signed “MAA uTorino”
Acquired in New York City. A refined atmospheric landscape from the celebrated New Hope School American Impressionist. Soft-focus brushwork and lyrical tonal transitions exemplify Autorino’s mature style. Excellent condition.
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICATION
Artist: Anthony Michael Autorino (1937–2015)
Title: Misty Harmony (designation for cataloguing)
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 16 × 20 in.
Signature: Lower corner, conjoined A-M-A device with “uTorino”
Date: ca. 1975–1995 (artist’s Delaware Valley period)
Origin: Acquired in New York City
Current Owner: Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC
Authenticity:
The signature matches the known conjoined “MAA” format used by Autorino. Brushwork, palette, and atmospheric style correspond to documented works from his mature period.
Condition:
Excellent. No visible craquelure, tears, or structural issues. Canvas tight on stretchers; varnish layer stable.
PROVENANCE CHAIN
Artist: Anthony Michael Autorino (1937–2015), studio in New Hope & Lambertville
Acquired: New York City, c. late 20th century
Private Collection: Undisclosed
Current Owner: Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC
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