$36,425
Dwight Blaney (American, 1865-1944) Across the Ice Signed and dated "Dwight Blaney 02" l. l., identified in an inscription, probably in the artist's hand on the reverse, also inscribed "Loan to Puritan Club by the artist Jan. 1910" in pencil on the stretcher. Oil on canvas, 32 x 40 in. (81.3 x 101.6 cm), in a period Foster Brothers frame. Condition: Fine craquelure, surface grime. Provenance: Acquired from the artist, then through descent to the current owner. N.B. American Impressionist Dwight Blaney was born in Brookline, Massachusetts, in 1865. He excelled as both a draftsman and antiques specialist, and subsequently traveled to Europe to paint. His close friend, American painter John Singer Sargent, encouraged Blaney to pursue his artistic desires and even incorporated the budding artist in his later works, often views of Ironbound Island in Maine. Blaney's subtle use of light to create vivid texture and volume pays homage to one of his greatest idols, French Impressionist Claude Monet.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2007-03-02
