Bidspirit auction | George Winter (1810 - 1876)

George Winter (1810 - 1876) American - George Winter (1810 - 1876) Oil on board, signed lower right, measures 11 x 18 inches and 21 x 29 inches w/frame. Painter. Born in Portsea, England on June 10, 1810. Winter studied miniature painting at the Royal Academy in London before immigrating to the U.S. in 1830. Following further study at the NAD, in 1837 he moved to Indiana which remained his home for the rest of his life. In 1874 he came to California to settle a relatives estate and remained for one year. While in San Francisco he established a studio and was active in the art world there during his brief stay. He left behind many paintings, most of which were lost in the earthquake and fire of 1906. One of Indiana's most important early artists, Winter died in Lafayette on Feb. 1, 1876. His work includes landscapes, Indian and historical genre. Exh: San Francisco Art Association, 1875. In: Indiana Historical Society. Art & Artists of Indiana; CD; G&W. Condition: The absence of a condition report does not imply an object is free of defects. All items may have normal signs of age and wear commensurate with their age; these issues will likely not be mentioned in the condition report. Please contact the auction house before the auction with any condition questions. Questions about condition will not be answered after purchase. Condition reports are provided as a courtesy, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. Important note on frames: Frames are not guaranteed to be in the same condition as they are in the item photograph. Due to handling and shipping, many frames, especially antique ones, are prone to losses. If you have questions about the condition of a frame, please contact us prior to the auction.