Milbie Benge (b. 1948), "Road to Yesterday", oil

Milbie Benge (b. 1948), "Road to Yesterday", oil on canvas, 12 x 16”, frame: 21 x 25"

Having studied under such notable artists as A.D.Greer and Dalhart Winberg, Benge's work reveals her interest and ease in the natural world. Her wide and accurate knowledge of the rural countryside, especially in Texas, Colorado, Arizona and her native California, gives her an unusual sweep of view. The daughter of a Baptist minister, Benge became fascinated with drawing at a young age. Her artistic development was eagerly encouraged by her father and several high school art teachers. As a young adult, she had a passion for the rural landscape that continued to grow. She traveled extensively throughout the U.S., Europe and the Far East, studying and painting country landscapes. Milbie Benge is represented by several fine art galleries throughout the country, including Texas Art Gallery in Dallas, Texas. Her work has gained a wide following of collectors in the U.S. and Europe, including: Baylor University in Waco, Texas: The Texas Commerce Bank; Burt Reynolds; the late Tom Landry; and the estate of the late Barbara Stanwyck.
Condition Report: Good