The piece you are considering is of a ’58 Corvette; it is truly a classic Cleworth vintage lithograph. Harold Cleworth, the “painter laureate of the car” is world famous and his work is admired, appreciated and collected by many famous car enthusiasts. A Cleworth vintage lithograph is true art, from the painter whose work graces the collections of such car enthusiasts as Jay Leno, Nicolas Cage, John Schneider and John DeLorean. Owning a Cleworth vintage lithograph is a great opportunity to start your art collection.

Harold Cleworth was born in England and grew up learning art in the industrial area of northern England, drawing and painting heavy machinery. After graduating from the famous Manchester College of Art, he moved to London and worked for Decca Records; his artwork gracing the covers of such new artists as the Rolling Stones and The Who.

Upon deciding to pursue a career creating automotive art, Cleworth moved to San Francisco. After a “starving artist” period when Cleworth actually traded his originals for rent, he received a commission from San Francisco car dealer Richard Rubin for three pieces, one of which would later be one of his most famous, a Mercedes Gullwing with its signature gull wing doors wide open. This effort opened the doors of opportunity for Cleworth and changed his life as an artist. Since those humble beginnings, Cleworth’s art has become a prized possession.

Of course, works such as these are in great demand. Cleworth typically produces only six or seven originals each year, and this limits the number of new items available. As the prices of Cleworth’s automotive art climb, a Cleworth vintage lithograph will continue to gain value as an investment piece.

Because of his world-wide fame, Cleworth originals are rarely on the open market and when sold, garner incredible sums of money. It is a similar situation with a Cleworth vintage lithograph. A Cleworth vintage lithograph is likely to be found only in the hands of collectors or art investors. It is possible to find a Cleworth vintage lithograph for sale by an investor or collector. Pieces such as these will continue to rise in value; many of his limited edition prints have increased by 800% or more since their introduction.

These beautiful works of art are a great way to start any art collection. Such pieces are a rare treasure for the beginning art collector or investor, especially one who loves the beauty of automobiles. Whether this describes you or not, you will not want to miss the chance to obtain fine art like a Cleworth vintage lithograph at such a reasonable price. Whether you have an affection for Packards or you are looking to begin your art collection, the opportunity is available for you to own a Cleworth vintage lithograph.