Antique Early 20th Century Landscape Art– Rare Historic Iowa Provenance
$ 83.96
Description
Antique Early 20th Century Landscape Art– Rare Historic Iowa Provenance. Beautiful, atmospheric antique vertical landscape scene depicting rich autumn trees reflecting over a serene river. Ready to Hang: Complete with original eyelets and hanging wire. Beautiful, atmospheric antique vertical landscape scene depicting rich autumn trees reflecting over a serene river. Executed in the soft, bleeding watercolor style popularized by iconic early 1900s artists like Wallace Nutting, Fred Thompson, and Charles Sawyer, this piece perfectly embodies the timeless aesthetic of the Arts & Crafts movement.The Standout Feature: True Historic ProvenanceThe reverse side of the frame features an incredibly rare, authentic red oval paper sticker from the Jensen Wall Paper Co. based in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Dating between the 1910s and 1930s, this merchant label confirms the piece was framed and sold as premium "Art Goods" by a historic Midwestern business, adding irreplaceable regional Americana and historical value to the item.Frame & Presentation:Antique Molding: Housed in its original gorgeous, narrow wood and gesso frame featuring a deep reddish-mottled, tiger-stripe faux finish highly sought-after by antique collectors.Matting: Set behind a wide, natural tan period mat board that shows gorgeous uniform age-toning.Ready to Hang: Complete with original eyelets and hanging wire. This is an authentic, near 100-year-old antique item. The artwork and glass are clean and secure. The frame has minor, expected vintage scuffs that enhance its historic character. The black dust-cover paper on the back has significant age-tearing, but it has been left completely untouched to preserve the structural integrity of the rare Jensen Wall Paper Co. sticker.An absolutely stunning accent piece for a historic home hallway, parlor, or office, and a must-have find for collectors of Iowa / Midwestern history!
