Ralph Eugene Cahoon Jr. was an American painter associated with mid-20th-century American folk art. Based in Massachusetts, he is known for whimsical maritime scenes incorporating mermaids, ships, whales, and patriotic motifs. Cahoon often painted on antique furniture and panels, blending decorative tradition with narrative imagery. His work became closely associated with coastal New England visual culture.

“Lovers On The Back Of A Whale” depicts a young couple reclining atop a large whale floating at sea beneath a parasol and streaming American flag. The composition combines simplified figuration with flat areas of color and patterned water. The painting exemplifies Cahoon’s maritime themes and decorative folk-art aesthetic.

Fine Art Giclée Print – Archival Quality - 11 x 17" Untrimmed - Ready to Frame

This museum-quality print is made with pigment-based, UltraChrome inks that deliver rich color and sharp detail and is printed on on acid-free, fine art paper. The result is a vibrant, long-lasting image?expected to last up to 200 years (color) or 400 years (black & white).

• Packaging: Larger prints ship in a sturdy tube. Smaller sizes ship flat with protective cardboard.
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• Sizing: Listed dimensions refer to paper size. Each print includes a white border (minimum 1") that varies with the original artwork's proportions. Art is printed on untrimmed white, acid-free fine art paper.

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