Bidspirit auction | AMERICAN WATERCOLOR PAINTING BY EDWARD

AMERICAN WATERCOLOR PAINTING BY EDWARD M BANNISTER - Edward Mitchell Bannister, American, 1828 to 1901, an antique watercolor painting on paper depicting a cow herd in a pastoral landscape. Circa: 1889 to 1890. Signed lower left. Framed. Additionally inscribed and dated, on the backside. Edward Bannister is known for Idealized landscape, marine, portrait and still life painting. He was the best known landscape painter associated with Rhode Island in the late 1800s, and was the first African American artist to win national recognition. At the Philadelphia World Centennial of 1876, Edward Bannister was the only New England artist to win a bronze medal. Antique American Fine Art, Landscape Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork. Dimensions Frame 13 1/4 x 14 1/2 in. Image 7 1/2 x 8 3/4 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.