*APC ART is pleased to present “The Old Southwest,” a stunning large-scale edition by acclaimed contemporary painter Seth Armstrong. Published by Unit Editions, London in 2023, this archival pigment print on Juniper Baryta Rag 305gsm with cut edges measures an impressive 30 × 30 inches and is hand signed and numbered by the artist in black ink from the edition of 120.*

*Seth Armstrong has emerged as one of the most compelling landscape painters working today. Born and raised in Southern California, Armstrong’s work draws deeply from the geography and atmosphere of the region — particularly the layered hillsides, dense neighborhoods, and glowing nightscapes that define Los Angeles and its surrounding communities. His paintings capture a world where nature, architecture, and human presence intertwine, forming intricate visual ecosystems that feel both intimate and cinematic.*

*Armstrong studied art in Europe, an experience that profoundly shaped his approach to painting and composition. His work reflects a deep awareness of art history, particularly the traditions of atmospheric painting and the use of light as a narrative device. Critics and collectors have often noted the way his dramatic illumination and surreal clarity echo aspects of the old masters, with occasional comparisons drawn to artists such as René Magritte for the dreamlike tension between realism and poetic atmosphere.*

*In “The Old Southwest,” Armstrong demonstrates his remarkable ability to transform an everyday landscape into something extraordinary. The composition presents a densely layered Southern California hillside at dusk, where houses, palm trees, winding roads, and vegetation weave together into a luminous tapestry of color and light. Windows glow warmly across the hillside, streetlights punctuate the darkness, and the surrounding terrain unfolds in an intricate network of shapes and shadows.*

*The artist’s masterful use of lighting is the defining feature of the work. Rather than treating light simply as illumination, Armstrong uses it as a compositional force — guiding the viewer’s eye through the landscape while creating a sense of mystery and depth. The result is both highly detailed and emotionally evocative, transforming a familiar environment into something almost cinematic in its intensity.*

*This edition captures the extraordinary detail and richness of Armstrong’s original paintings with remarkable fidelity. At 30 × 30 inches, the work is unusually large for a contemporary edition and allows viewers to fully appreciate the layered complexity of the landscape and the artist’s extraordinary attention to detail.*

*Early editions by Seth Armstrong are becoming increasingly difficult to acquire on the secondary market. As the artist’s reputation continues to grow internationally, collectors have recognized the importance of these early prints, particularly those that capture the defining themes and visual language of his practice.*

*“The Old Southwest” stands as a superb example of Armstrong’s ability to make landscape painting feel both contemporary and timeless — a celebration of place, atmosphere, and the poetic beauty of Southern California.*

*The work is currently in hand in the United States and will ship immediately.*

*A visually breathtaking and highly collectible edition by one of the most exciting landscape painters of the contemporary era — and an outstanding acquisition opportunity for collectors seeking important early works by Seth Armstrong.*

*Offered exclusively by APC ART.*


Provenance
Purchased direct from the publisher upon release. 
Included with the work will be a COA from APC ART, guaranteeing authenticity in perpetuity.  

Condition
The work is in mint condition. We have stored the work flat to archival standard since being received direct from the publisher, 2023.