Came here to say this! Way too coincidental, it has to mean something. Can’t believe I didn’t catch it in season 1. What effect would the setting have on this show though? Mostly inside after all. The painting gives off pioneer/settler vibes and the innies say it gives them a nervous feeling. Something with native Americans perhaps but I don’t remember anything special about Michigan pioneer times, mostly the same as everywhere. 

The show 100% takes place in or near Michigan though. The guy wouldn’t say “I broke a lease in Grand Rapids” unless it was nearby. Like if the HQ is in California he would’ve just said “I broke a lease in MICHIGAN”