Les Ray: A Day to Remember Print | 510/950 | Mint Never Framed
Les Ray: A Day to Remember Print | 510/950 | Mint Never Framed
Technical Details
Artist: Les Ray
Title: A Day to Remember
Medium: Offset Lithograph
Edition: 510/950 (Signed and Numbered by the Artist)
Year Published: 2000
Publisher: Somerset House Publishing, Inc.
Image Size: 17" h x 34" w
Sheet Size: 21" h x 38" w
Condition: Mint, Never Framed
Documentation: Includes original Publisher-issued Certificate of Authenticity (COA).
Description of the Artwork
A Day to Remember is a masterful example of Les Ray’s "Spectacle Paintings"—large-scale, panoramic narratives that serve as a vibrant collage of American life at the turn of the century. This particular work is a celebration of nostalgia, meticulously researched to capture the architectural details, fashions, and social atmosphere of a bygone era.
The horizontal, cinematic format allows the viewer’s eye to wander through multiple vignettes, discovering humor and warmth in the faces of the humble, hard-working people Ray spent his life documenting. Published by the esteemed Somerset House, this lithograph features exceptional color depth and clarity, preserved perfectly on archival-grade paper.
Artist Bio: Les Ray
Les Ray is a celebrated American realist whose work acts as a journey into a nostalgic "yesteryear." Raised in Saugus, California, during the 1930s and 40s, Ray’s childhood was steeped in the imagery of the Old West and rural railroad life. A self-taught artist, he developed his technique while serving in Japan and Korea, often sketching portraits for his fellow soldiers.
Ray is best known for his ability to find humor and humanity in everyday situations. His "Spectacle Paintings" are his most ambitious works, requiring extensive historical research to ensure every detail—from the steam engines to the general stores—is historically accurate. His art serves as a tribute to the "humble Americans who made this country great."
Provenance and Authentication
We provide a 100% Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity for this work. This print was acquired from a retired North Carolina frame shop in February/March 2026 is new and has never been framed.
Inquiry & Shipping
Shipping: Ships rolled in a heavy duty shipping tube.
Inquiries: Please contact SecondMoonshot for high-resolution images of the art, edition numbering, and documentation.
Framing: Framing available upon request.
