Rolling Hills with Mountains Beyond
Original work on paper, likely a drawing or mixed media work, presented in an elongated panoramic format. • Signed 'LANGEWERTS' (lower left); appears to be a regional or contemporary American artist.
Style & Movement
Contemporary Realism with Impressionistic influence. The piece focuses on local light effects and atmospheric perspective typical of North American landscape traditions.
Medium & Technique
Soft pastel and possibly charcoal or colored pencil on paper. The technique employs blending to create soft atmospheric distances and stippled/hatched marks for foreground texture.
Creation Period
May 1999 (dated '5/99' below the signature).
Dimensions & Format
Panoramic landscape format; estimated sight size approximately 8 x 24 inches (20 x 60 cm).
Subject Description
A panoramic rural landscape featuring rolling yellow and green fields, scattered autumn-toned trees, and distant blue mountain ranges under a cloudy sky. A small red barn or outbuilding is visible on the far right, adding a narrative of human habitation.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The pigment appears stable and vibrant, though there is some light reflection on the glass indicating it is not museum-grade anti-reflective glazing.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600 USD.
Auction Estimate
$150 - $400 USD.
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a local gallery or directly from the artist in the late 1990s; currently in a private residential collection.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of late 20th-century regional landscape art. It demonstrates the enduring appeal of pastoral themes and the mastery of the pastel medium for capturing light and air.
Notable Features
Distinctively signed and dated 'LANGEWERTS 5/99' in the lower left corner. The panoramic aspect ratio is a notable compositional choice that emphasizes the breadth of the mountain vista.
Condition Issues
The frame shows significant wear, with scuffing and loss of finish along the bottom edge. Potential for minor 'pastel dust' shedding onto the mount if moved roughly.
Conservation Recommendations
Re-framing is recommended due to the worn condition of the current frame. Use acid-free matting and UV-protective glass. Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of sensitive pastel pigments.