Maroon Bells paintings by Topher Straus
Maroon Bells, Colorado
Colorado artist Topher Straus has painted the Maroon Bells outside Aspen in three seasons: under the stars above autumn color, in a deep purple palette, and glowing pink at sunset over a frozen Maroon Lake.
“The Maroon Bells are the crown jewels of Colorado—timeless, dramatic, and stunning in every season.”
TOPHER STRAUS, ON MAROON BELLS
The Maroon Bells paintings
Three paintings of the Maroon Bells.
Maroon Bellsfrom $11,900Under the stars, reflected amid autumn color30 × 60 in to 45 × 90 inThe 45 × 90 in and 30 × 60 in editions have sold.
The Bellsfrom $6,500In a deep purple palette above the lake30 × 60 in to 45 × 90 in, verticalThe 45 × 90 in edition of 1 has sold.
Winter Bellsfrom $5,500Glowing pink at sunset over a snowy Maroon Lake30 × 60 in to 90 × 180 in
Where each painting stands
Three moods of the same two peaks.
Autumn night
The Bells beneath a starry sky, reflected amid autumn color, in Maroon Bells.
High summer
The peaks rising like royalty in a deep purple palette in The Bells.
Winter
Pink alpenglow over a snow-covered Maroon Lake in Winter Bells.
About the Maroon Bells
The two peaks, Maroon Peak and North Maroon Peak, both rise above 14,000 feet in the Elk Mountains south of Aspen. Their maroon color comes from mudstone, and their reflection in Maroon Lake makes them among the most photographed mountains in North America; in summer the road is open mainly by shuttle from Aspen Highlands.
See the work
A private viewing
Topher arranges private viewings for collectors, at his studio in Golden, Colorado or by appointment.
Arrange a private viewingSizes, editions and how each painting is made: collecting a Topher Straus painting.
Questions collectors ask
Which Maroon Bells painting should I choose?
Maroon Bells for autumn under the stars; The Bells for a bold purple palette; Winter Bells for pink sunset over snow.
How far are the Maroon Bells from Aspen?
About ten miles southwest of town, in the White River National Forest. The Aspen page holds Topher’s paintings of the town and its mountains.
Can you help with installation?
Yes. Across Colorado, we can refer you to installation specialists we trust.
How much does a Maroon Bells painting by Topher Straus cost?
Maroon Bells paintings start at $5,500 for a 30 × 60 in edition and run to $135,000 for a 90 × 180 in edition of 1. The most chosen size, 30 × 60 in, is $5,500 to $6,500. Each painting’s page shows which editions remain.
Which size suits a Maroon Bells home?
For a great room or a double-height wall, 42 × 84 in or 36 × 72 in holds the space; above a fireplace or a sofa, 30 × 60 in usually fits. Send a photograph of the wall and Topher will tell you which size works.
Do you work with interior designers and architects?
Yes. Designers and architects can send plans or wall photos for sizing and placement, arrange a private viewing, and get help with installation.
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