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George Forster
Still Life, 1863

1863

About the Item

An interesting 1863 still life painted by George E. Forster (German/American, 1817-1896). George Forster was born in Bavaria, Germany and came to New York in 1865 with his wife and children. The artist occasionally exhibited under the name "Foster," a common misspelling of his surname. Forster is known for his ability to portray texture in his paintings and his common combination of fruit and animals. This still life is featuring a cracked egg, snail, fruit, goblet, bird's nest, and fly. Oil on panel, signed and dated lower left, with original frame. Dimensions: 8 in h x 10 in w, actual; 15 in h x 17.25 in w, framed.
  • Creator:
    George Forster (1817-1896, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1863
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Very good overall condition, with minimal imperfections. Please contact us directly for a full condition report before purchasing.
  • Gallery Location:
    Milford, NH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 13951stDibs: LU93133400551

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