#200 • Richard Norris Brooke (Virginia 1847-1920) unframed oil on canvas landscape

Part of Easter gallery auction (timed auction by Beck Estates)

High bid $260.00

Status: Sold

Category: Artwork

Unframed oil on canvas of landscape by Richard Brooke (Virginia 1847-1920). Restored canvas depicts a green landscape with stream. Signed lower left. Rich Brooke resided in Warrenton, VA and taught at VMI and the Corcoran School of Art among others. He also was an illustrator for Harper’s Weekly. SS 12” x 18”. Brooke was known for his genre paintings and his depictions of African American life, he brought recognition to the Washington area school of art. His works reside in the art institutions such as the Smithsonian and the VMFA. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Please contact us if you have questions or we strongly encourage you to preview. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy should not be treated as fact. All images are copyrighted and cannot be used without prior consent.