Lot 880: EDWARD WILLARD NICHOLS, American, 1819-1871, Luminous New York landscape., Oil on canvas, 20¼" x 34". Framed.

EDWARD WILLARD NICHOLS
American, 1819-1871
Luminous New York landscape. Signed and dated lower right "E.W. Nichols 1869". Original gilt frame mounted in a shadow box.

Oil on canvas, 20¼" x 34". Framed.

As found condition. Original canvas is loose and likely needs re-lining. Black light reveals no restoration. Scattered paint loss along the left margin over the stretcher bar. Soiled varnish and surface grime. Would greatly benefit from cleaning.

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Descended in the consignor's family (Greenfield, MA).
Private Collection: Cape Cod.