Winter Mountain Landscape with Skiers
Painting on canvas • Adele Thornton-Lewis
Style & Movement
Traditional American or Canadian Landscape Realism
Medium & Technique
Oil on canvas utilizing traditional brushwork, blending, and layering techniques to create atmospheric perspective and soft lighting.
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th century, likely 1960s to 1980s
Dimensions & Format
Vertical portrait format, approximately 24 x 30 inches (framed dimensions slightly larger)
Subject Description
A serene winter mountain landscape featuring snow-covered slopes, dense evergreen forests of pine and fir trees, and distant rolling peaks shrouded in mist. A small figure in a bright red jacket is visible skiing down the slope, adding a focal point of color and scale.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The surface appears stable with vibrant colors intact and no major structural damage visible.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600
Auction Estimate
$200 - $400
Provenance History
Acquired through the secondary art market or direct regional estate sales; typical of mid-century decorative and regional landscape works.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of regional mid-century winter landscape painting, capturing the atmospheric recreational culture of North American ski country.
Notable Features
The artist signature 'Adele Thornton-Lewis' is clearly visible in the lower left corner, and the tiny pop of red from the skier provides a delightful narrative element.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust and potential light yellowing of old varnish consistent with age, but no significant tears or paint loss observed.
Conservation Recommendations
Surface cleaning by a professional conservator if needed; maintain in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight.