Original Oil Painting of Impressionist Landscape Scene [R]

In 1913, to start a new life after his wife's death and to find a better climate because of his tuberculosis, Sheldon Parsons gave up his successful career in New York to move to Santa Fe where he became one of the earliest resident artists. The more he painted in that environment, the looser his style became, and his impressionist landscape paintings became popular. They were exhibited at the Palace of the Governors and the new Museum of New Mexico, where a number of his paintings are in the collection.

This oil painting is clearly indicative of Parson’s fine Impressionist style. It appears to be a creek in the Santa Fe area. The Sangre de Cristo Mountains are in the background, partially shielded by trees portrayed in light purple behind snow covered trees and bushes in the foreground.

The painting is signed in lower right, but not dated. It is in original excellent condition.