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Lot 025: "Ninger Chen" Oil on Canvas

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Lot 025:  Ninger Chen  Oil on Canvas
Ninger Chen (b.1942) Oil painting on canvas landscape with figures beside a canal (the Erie Canal once passed through Little Falls). An artist sits with his sketch pad in a rowboat as two women and two young girls stand close by. All figures are dressed in their "Sunday Best" clothes. One of the women peers with opera glasses towards an arched brick and stone bridge. Signed lower right. This painting has been removed from the wall of one of the three large, first floor parlors of the mansion. It is unframed and remains in excellent condition. 80"w x 59"t. Est. $5,000 - $7,000.

One of 6 similar paintings in this auction created by renowned artist Ninger Chen (b.1942 - Chinese). This large and magnificent painting was commissioned several years ago for the owners of the Overlook Mansion. This work depicts a scene which reflects the natural beauty of the area surrounding Little Falls, N.Y. Each of the 6 paintings is executed in bright, pleasant color with the composition of subject depth perception and proportions, you would expect from a truly great artist. The artist included figures in these paintings. The men, women and children are dressed in late Victorian costume and are seemingly captured for a moment by the artist as they go about their daily activities.

Mr. Chen is a living artist whose every painting is eagerly pursued. He continues to command accolades from art critics, fellow artists and the discerning collector looking for a solid investment. It is our privilege to offer these six fine paintings at this auction.