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Impressionist Oil Painting – Sunset Over Colorado Front Range Landscape

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This evocative oil on canvas painting by renowned American landscape artist Charles Partridge Adams (1858–1942) beautifully captures a glowing sunset along Colorado's majestic Front Range. Rendered in a refined Tonalist style, the work features tall, mature trees bathed in soft hues of green, amber, gold, and rust, evoking the serene transition of day into evening in the Western landscape. Although unsigned, this work is accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the artist’s estate, ensuring provenance and collector confidence. The painting is presented in a vintage gold frame, enhancing its timeless appeal. Framed dimensions measure 18 ½ x 26 ¼ inches; the canvas itself measures 16 x 24 inches. This piece reflects Adams’s signature ability to translate the quiet drama of nature into rich, atmospheric compositions. A fine addition to any collection of American Western art, Tonalism, or early 20th-century landscape painting. About the Artist: Charles Partridge Adams (1858–1942) was one of Colorado’s most celebrated landscape painters and a prominent figure in the American West’s early art scene. Born in Franklin, Massachusetts, Adams relocated to Denver in 1876. He received his only formal training from Helen Chain, a student of George Inness, who introduced him to influential artists such as Alexander Phimister Proctor. Adams gained early success in Denver, known for his crayon portraits and later for his vibrant landscapes. His first major recognition came in 1890 when he exhibited at the National Academy of Design. Throughout his career, he painted extensively across the Rocky Mountains, including Estes Park, Yellowstone, and the Tetons. In 1920, he moved to California, where he continued painting seascapes and coastal scenes, becoming a member of the Laguna Beach Artists Association. Today, Adams’s works are held in major public and private collections and are admired for their lyrical depictions of the American landscape during a period of growing national identity and appreciation for the West’s natural beauty.
  • Attributed to:
    Charles Partridge Adams (1858-1942, American)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 26.25 in (66.68 cm)
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  • Framing:
    Frame Included
    Framing Options Available
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  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 240551stDibs: LU27311146862

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