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Oil painting of landscape scene in gilt wood frame

Oil painting of landscape scene in gilt wood frame

History

This appears to be a traditional landscape oil painting depicting a pastoral scene with trees and possibly a body of water in the background. The painting is housed in an ornate gilt wood frame that suggests late 19th to early 20th century styling. Landscape paintings of this style were popular decorative items for middle-class homes from the Victorian era through the mid-20th century. Collectors of traditional art and antique frames would be interested in this piece for its decorative quality and as a representative example of period interior decoration. The combination of natural scenery and ornate framing appeals to those seeking to create a classical aesthetic in their homes.

Origin

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Maker

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Time period

Late 19th to early 20th century