Orville Houghton Peets

Orville Houghton Peets was an artist active primarily during the early twentieth century, with documented production spanning the period 1901 to 1917. Peets is represented primarily by graphic work, utilizing various printmaking techniques. The surviving body of work indicates an interest in urban and industrial landscapes alongside international scenes.

Eight of Peets's prints are currently represented in museum collections, establishing the artist's historical presence. These include specific views such as the internationally themed River Wall, Oporto and Ox Team, Oporto, suggesting periods of work in Portugal. Other notable documented works include Arnheim, Back of Firemen's Hall, and Late Evening. The consistency of this small collection suggests a focused approach during the peak years of the artist’s activity. These materials are preserved in institutions such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, where these Orville Houghton Peets prints are accessible for research.

Due to the age of the materials and the artist's dates of activity, much of the artwork attributed to Peets is now entering the public domain. This accessibility allows researchers and enthusiasts to examine the work, often available as downloadable artwork directly from institutional databases. The survival of these pieces ensures the possibility of creating museum-quality reproductions.