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ROBERT WOOD, Early Texas Art, o/c

Currency:USD Category:Art Start Price:14,000.00 USD Estimated At:15,000.00 - 25,000.00 USD
ROBERT WOOD, Early Texas Art, o/c
<B>ROBERT WOOD (1889-1979)</B></I><BR>Untitled Hill Country Autumn, early to mid 1930s<BR>Oil on canvas<BR>24in. x 28in.<BR>Signed lower left<BR><BR>As is clearly evidenced in this sale, Texas had a dramatic effect on Robert Wood's art. Upon moving to San Antonio, Robert Wood developed a close friendship with Jose Arpa. Arpa, who's bright sun-filled landscapes earned him the nickname "Sunshine Man," transformed Robert Wood's style and technique. Even more so than his light-filled bluebonnet paintings, this canvas shows the profound effect Jose Arpa had on Robert Wood's painting.<BR><BR>Provenance:<BR>Acquired by descent from the artist by the present owner<BR><BR> <B>Condition Report:</B> Excellent original canvas. No lining. Clouds have been strengthened with over paint. Craquelure has been lightly and delicately (finely) inpainted. Period frame in excellent condition.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Requires 3rd Party Shipping (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)
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