Oil on canvas, framed. Attributed to Birger Sandzen (1871 - 1954). The image itself features an oil painting framed in an ornate gold frame. Against a backdrop of light blue skies and white clouds, green trees dominate the foreground, their thick brushstrokes hinting at leaves and branches. Behind the trees, majestic mountains painted in shades of blue, purple, red, and yellow create a visually rich tableau. Signed Birger Sandzen on bottom right corner. Label on verso of Smalley's McPherson with signature. 80 x 59.6 cm (31.5" x 23.5"), framed: 101.6 x 81 cm (40" x 32"). Sandzén’s works resonate with the Post-Impressionist movement, characterized by rich texture and intense color. His mastery lies in capturing the essence of the American Southwest, particularly the Smoky Hill River Valley area of central Kansas. The Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery in Lindsborg, Kansas, houses an extensive collection of his paintings, affirming his significant contribution to American art.