This mid-20th-century oil painting by German artist Gerhard Arnold (b.1938) depicts a rugged autumnal landscape.
Wrapped up within this skilful little painting are four areas to examine. In the foreground, an array of earthy tones are dabbed with impressionistic finesse. Towards the middle, several homes peep from established foliage. On the left, the vertical forms of trees echo the blueish tints on the right. While above, the clouds are rendered in layers. It’s a quiet ensemble of deftly handled elements. A modest masterpiece.
Gerhard Arnold is a living artist and this is a fine example of his work.
Signed lower right and held within a contemporary frame.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Overall size: 23” x 17” / 58cm x 43cm
Year of creation: c. 1970
Provenance: Private collection, Germany.
Condition: Artwork presents well. Frame with some light wear.
Our reference: BRV1494
Gerhard Arnold is an accomplished German painter of landscapes, portraits and still lifes. He trained at the Varkkunst School of Arts in Offenbach, Germany, and cites Carl Dörrbecker as a key influence.
We care profoundly about our role as custodians and every piece in the collection has been assessed by our conservator. When required, we undertake professional restoration carefully using reversible techniques and adopt a light touch to retain the aged charm of each work. We also restore frames rather than replace them as many are original and selected by the artists themselves.
