John Paul Strain (American, b. 1955). "Autumn Meadow Encampment" oil on board, 1980. Signed and dated at lower right. A beautiful painting by American Western artist John Paul Strain. The composition includes a peaceful encampment featuring a Native American figure sitting by an open fire accompanied by his white horse before a tall tepee, all in a serene meadow surrounded by wildflowers and grasses, leafy trees in the distance, and a stream running through the foreground, its waters reflecting the natural golden light of the sky, and a single bird flying overhead. All is delineated with Strain's signature elegant brushstrokes and expressive passages of impasto as well his painstaking attention to detail and a subtle yet rich warm palette. An engaging painting by John Paul Strain mounted in an attractive custom frame. Size (painting): 16.2" L x 12" W (41.1 cm x 30.5 cm) Size (frame): 22.2" L x 18.125" W (56.4 cm x 46 cm)

About the artist: "For over 40 years American artist John Paul Strain has been amazing art collectors with his unique talent of capturing moments in time from the early days of the American Frontier, the glory and pageantry of the American Civil War, to contemporary scenic and romantic locations across the world.

From the early age of 21, Mr. Strain's paintings were represented by Trailside Galleries, America’s most prestigious western art gallery. For 15 years his beautiful landscapes, wild life paintings, and depictions of Indian life were represented by most every major western art gallery and top art auctions in the United States.

In 1991 Mr. Strain broadened his subjects to include historical art of the American Civil War. During the next 30 years Mr. Strain focused his work on the world of daring horseback raids and epic battles with great armies and leaders, capturing and preserving a unique era in history. Over a period of years, Mr. Strain became known as America's leading historical artist, with over 80 magazine covers featuring his paintings.

The National Park Service uses his images in their publications and at battlefield sites. His paintings are also featured on historical plaque markers located at General Robert E. Lee's home Arlington National Cemetery – Virginia.… Harper's Ferry National Battlefield Park – Jefferson County, West Virginia…. Fort Donelson National Battlefield Park – Stewart County, Tennessee.… Stone's River National Battlefield Park – Murfreesboro, Tennessee…. General J.E.B Stuart's Home Laurel Hill – Patrick County, Virginia.… Patrick Gass Home of the Lewis and Clark Journey of the Corps of Discovery, Penn State Franklin County Master Gardeners of Chambersburg, PA…. Burke's Station Virginia – Civil War Trails.

Strain's paintings have helped raise funds for many historical restoration projects and battlefield preservation organizations.

A number of historical private institutions and museums have on site displays featuring his work such as Thomas Jefferson's home Monticello, Charlottesville VA…. The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa…. General Stonewall Jackson's Headquarters Museum, Winchester VA…. Town of Williamsport, Maryland…. Kernstown Battlefield Museum, Kernstown VA.… Belle Boyd's Home and Museum, Front Royal VA.… The Museum of Culpeper History Virginia…. General Jubal Early Homeplace and Archaeological Site, Hardy VA…. Jesse James Birthplace & Museum, Clay County Missouri…. Shenandoah County Courthouse, Woodstock VA…. Williamsport Town Hall, Maryland…. Museum of Fredericksburg, VA.… The Texas Civil War Museum, Fort Worth TX.… Lincoln County Historical Museum, North Platte NE…. Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park, North Platte NE…. Washington-Wilkes Historical Museum, Georgia…. Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial visitor center, Colleville- sir-Mer, France…" (artist's website)

Provenance: private Erie, Colorado, USA collection; acquired from Trailside Galleries, Jackson, Wyoming in 1980

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Overall excellent. Signed and dated at lower right. Trailside Galleries label on verso. Mounted in an attractive custom frame which is also in excellent condition.