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Tree Studyc. 1870s
c. 1870s
$12,000
£8,981.36
€10,399.85
CA$16,678.04
A$18,785.11
CHF 9,728.13
MX$228,137.69
NOK 123,569.78
SEK 117,216.36
DKK 77,597.19
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This exquisite tree study, attributed to the renowned American landscape painter Frederic Edwin Church, captures the artist's profound connection with nature. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to render the natural world with striking realism, Church's work often focused on grand, sweeping landscapes. However, his studies of individual trees, such as this one, reveal his deep appreciation for the subtle beauty found in the simpler aspects of nature.
In this study, the artist's handling of light and shadow brings the tree to life, emphasizing its texture and structure. The careful observation of the tree's form, from the intricate patterns of its bark to the delicate play of light on its leaves, reflects Church's dedication to portraying the natural world with both accuracy and artistic sensitivity.
Works like this study are valuable not only for their artistic merit but also for the insight they provide into Church's process. They illustrate how he built his larger, more complex compositions, beginning with intimate studies of individual elements of the landscape. This piece is a testament to Church's mastery of landscape art and his enduring legacy as one of the leading figures of the Hudson River School.
The painting comes with an exquisite period frame.
- Attributed to:Frederic Edwin Church (1826 - 1900, American)
- Creation Year:c. 1870s
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)
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- Condition:The painting has been conserved by Yost Conservation and the frame had touchups done by Angel Lopez of Lopez Restoration.
- Gallery Location:Fredericksburg, VA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2574215034412
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