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Charles Partridge Adams
Sunset Along the Front Range, Colorado, 1900s Traditional Landscape Painting

circa 1900

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This stunning, original signed landscape painting by Charles Partridge Adams (1858-1942) captures the breathtaking beauty of a Colorado sunset along the Front Range, near Denver. The painting depicts a dramatic scene with bare trees, a flowing creek, and expansive prairie in the foreground, set against the majestic Rocky Mountains in the background. Adams masterfully uses bold sunset hues of orange, yellow, red, purple, green, and black to evoke the dynamic colors of dusk. This vintage piece is framed in a custom frame, enhancing its timeless appeal. About the Artist: Charles Partridge Adams was born in Franklin, Massachusetts, in 1858 and moved to Denver, Colorado, in 1876 to help his family seek better health in the dry Colorado climate. In Denver, Adams found his artistic path under the guidance of Helen Chain, a former student of the famed landscape painter George Inness. Adams quickly became a notable figure in the Colorado art community, known for his stunning landscape paintings. Throughout his career, Adams traveled extensively across the American West, capturing the vast beauty of regions like the Rockies, Yellowstone, and New Mexico. His work is celebrated for its vibrant use of color and deep connection to the natural world. A prominent member of the Denver Artists Club, Adams exhibited widely and received multiple accolades for his contribution to American art, including a gold medal at the 1884 National Mining and Industrial Exhibition. In 1905, Adams and his wife Alida built a home and studio in Estes Park, where they spent summers capturing the landscapes that defined his career. His landscape paintings, especially those of Colorado, remain highly sought after and are featured in prestigious collections, including the Denver Art Museum and the University of Colorado. Adams’ artistic legacy extends beyond landscapes; he also worked in watercolor, crayon portraits, and even marine subjects during his later years in California. His works were exhibited at major institutions like the National Academy of Design, Chicago Art Institute, and Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo.
  • Creator:
    Charles Partridge Adams (1858-1942, American)
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1900
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
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  • Framing:
    Frame Included
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    Very good vintage condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 262131stDibs: LU2731701963

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