$15,275
Gilbert (William) Gaul (American, 1855-1919) A Break from Battle Signed "Gaul" l. l. Oil on canvas (mounted), 16 x 12 in. (40.6 x 30.4 cm), unframed. Condition: Damages to edges, repaired tears and punctures, surface grime. N.B. Gaul attended the Claverack Military Academy, but due to poor health was unable to pursue a military career. Instead, he focused his attentions on the study of art, becoming a member of the National Academy of Design in 1882. In 1887, he was commissioned by Century magazine to illustrate Battles and Leaders of the Civil War . Following this commission, Gaul was heralded as one of the most important battle scene painters due to his acute attention to historically accurate uniforms and weapons. In 1890, the U.S. government selected Gaul to travel and illustrate the census, which resulted in a 683 page document of American Indian life.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2004-05-14
