Antique 19th century, c1850s, original New England folk art oil painting. Depicts a winter landscape scene complete with a large house on a lake. The lake is surrounded by detailed trees and foliage; another house can be seen further down with trees disappearing into the horizon. Above the scene a dark sky can be noted with ominous clouds rolling through. Very well done with super detail, especially in the trees and plants. Boasts great capture of light, depth and shadow. Medium is oil on canvas done in a Folk Art style. Canvas affixed to early stretcher bars with antique nails. Signed by the artist in the bottom right corner. Looks to read O. Battis ; worthy of further research. Has a great patina with lots of age toning and cracking to the paint which is typical of a piece with this much age. In my opinion the toning and cracking add to the character of the piece and enhance it by acting as a testament to its age and authenticity. Two small puncture holes along the right side but not noticeable until a closer inspection is done (see photo 8). Small knick to center of the painting. Eye catching and appealing. Still displays quite handsomely. Measures 17 x 14. Please enjoy the photos for further item details and if you have any questions feel free to ask. This item ships to the continental USA only. Thank you and be sure to check out our other listings! The item “Antique 19th Century New England Winter Landscape Folk Art Oil Painting Signed” is in sale since Sunday, June 13, 2021. This item is in the category “Art\Paintings”. The seller is “massachusettsantiques” and is located in Northfield, Massachusetts. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
- Region of Origin: US
- Artist: O. Battis
- Style: Folk Art
- Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
- Quantity Type: Single-Piece Work
- Painting Surface: Canvas
- Medium: Oil
- Date of Creation: 1800-1899
- Year: 1850
- Features: Signed
- Width (Inches): 17
- Color: Multi-Color
- Subject: Landscape
- Originality: Original
- Height (Inches): 14