Autumn Landscape with Trees and Stream
Painting on stretched canvas • Signed 'Fowell' in the lower right; likely by a regional or amateur landscape artist
Style & Movement
Traditional Realism / Regional Landscape Painting
Medium & Technique
Oil painting with visible brushwork and impasto highlights on foliage
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th century
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 24 x 30 inches, landscape format
Subject Description
An autumnal landscape featuring a winding stream or river in the foreground, flanked by mature trees with vibrant yellow, orange, and brown foliage, leading to a gentle rolling green meadow in the background under a pale sky.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good condition with stable paint layer and vibrant colors
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $300
Auction Estimate
$100 - $200
Provenance History
Acquired through the secondary art market or estate sale, framed in an ornate vintage giltwood style frame
Art Historical Significance
A decorative regional landscape representing typical mid-century domestic fine art production, capturing seasonal foliage with traditional techniques
Notable Features
Housed in a heavy, highly ornate, deeply carved gilt composite frame with traditional rococo revival motifs
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust and potential light yellowing of the varnish layer typical of age
Conservation Recommendations
Surface cleaning with a soft brush; display away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity swings