Lot 1254
Anonymous. Idyllic English Countryside. Monumental and stunning, mid -19th Century oil on canvas, unsigned but a work of significant accomplishment. Very much in keeping with the European masters of the early to mid 1800s in particular, Thomas Pritt. Idyllic scenes of the timeless English countryside featuring small holding farmers with their happy families were common in British paintings of the late 18th and early 19th century at a time when the country was experiencing devastating changes brought on by the Industrial Revolution and modern capitalism. Canvas measure approximately 40" x 60" framed elegantly to 50" x 60" in wood gilt. In the image a farmer herds two cows and several head of sheep down a road, aside, a family has just gathered flowers under a massive oak while goats and chicken feed, a farm house and barn just in the distance. Incredible detail and a remarkable command of light distinguishes this work. Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated. Buyer responsible for 3rd party shipping.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,500.
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