$5,875
Cornelis van Leemputten (Belgian, 1841-1902) Sheep and Shepherdess Signed "C. van Leemputten" l.l., inscribed "...C. van Leemputten" in the artist's hand on the reverse. Oil on canvas, 30 x 45 in. (76.2 x 114.3 cm), framed. Condition: Repaired (retouched/reinforced) punctures c.l. and u.l., retouch, craquelure. N.B. Leemputten is best known for his images of barnyard animals, especially sheep. A popular 19th century subject, these paintings evoked a sense of nostalgia and were perhaps a response to the ongoing Industrial Revolution. Although largely self-taught, Leemputteen did study at the Academy of Antwerpen. His work was influenced by the paintings of 17th century artist Paulus Potter, as well as his contemporaries such as Charles Jacques.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2006-11-17
