Bidspirit auction | HOMER WATSON CANADIAN LANDSCAPE OIL

HOMER WATSON CANADIAN LANDSCAPE OIL PAINTING - Homer Ransford Watson, Canadian, 1855 to 1936, oil on canvas painting. The artwork depicts a view of a cottage during autumn. Signed in the lower left. Undated. Framed. Previous auction labels attached to the backside. Homer Watson has been characterized as the painter who first painted Canada as Canada, rather than as a pastiche of European painting. He was a member and president of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts, as well as a founding member and first president of the Canadian Art Club. His most frequent subjects are the countryside views near Doon. Oscar Wilde, a friend and patron, famously referred to Watson as the Canadian Constable because of his skill and penchant for painting landscapes. Collectible Fine Art, Landscape Painting. THIS LOT QUALIFIES FOR A 30-DAY UNCONDITIONAL RETURN FROM THE DATE OF SALE. BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR RETURN SHIPPING. Dimensions Frame 23 x 27 in. Image 18 1/4 x 22 in. All measurements are approximate Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Tears, craquelure and restored. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.