1960s Modernist Wall Art by House of Ran Su

The manufacturer of this impressive modernist wall hanging is the House of Ran Su.  Alas, very little is known about the House, or about Mr. or Mrs. Su, if such a person existed.  What we do know is that the House of Ran Su created some spectacular modernist art.  We also know that they gravitated toward Carribean and/or Hawaiian themes, and this piece is an excellent example of the former.  Kind of just makes you want to get up and dance, no?

The piece incorporates a variety of artistic media:  a caned outer frame borders a steel frame, which encloses figures made out of wood playing drums and dancing.  It appears the figures are hand painted, and everything is affixed to a strong board.

The title of the work is "...Calypso Dancer and Drummer."  Signed en verso.

Dimensions:  22" wide and 36" long.

Very good vintage condition.  There is some wear to the caning (especially on the corners), and one very small dent in the picture.

Gotcha Modern! has seen similar Ran Su pieces sell in NYC for hundreds of dollars - in fact, our research uncovered an example very similar to this piece priced at $500.  Don't be discouraged - Gotcha Modern! retains a Midwestern sensibility regarding the economics of great design. :)

SOLD.  Thanks, Martin @ Brooklyn, NY!