Mountain Lake (likely Moraine Lake, Alberta)
Painting on paper • Attributed to Edith White (1855–1946) or a contemporary Canadian/American regionalist painter; signature visible lower left "E. White"
Style & Movement
Impressionistic Realism / Regionalism
Medium & Technique
Watercolor and gouache; wet-on-wet and dry brush techniques with visible washes
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century, circa 1930 - 1960
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 10 x 12 inches (sight size); horizontal landscape format
Subject Description
A high-altitude mountain landscape featuring jagged, snow-capped peaks above a serene alpine lake and evergreen forest. The composition emphasizes the scale of the mountains through atmospheric perspective and cool-toned shadows.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; framed under glass with some visible reflection hindering full assessment
Estimated Market Value
$400 - $800 USD
Auction Estimate
$300 - $600 USD
Provenance History
Private collection; mounting and framing suggest mid-to-late 20th-century residential acquisition
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the 20th-century tradition of plein air landscape painting in North America, particularly following the influence of the Group of Seven in Canada or Western US landscape schools.
Notable Features
Distinctive blocky brushwork in the mountain crags; signature in the bottom left corner; silver-gilt contemporary style frame.
Condition Issues
Possible minor fading of pigments due to light exposure; matting appears slightly acidic; no major tears or foxing visible from image
Conservation Recommendations
Remounting using acid-free materials and UV-protective museum glass to prevent further pigment degradation