Description
River Scene With Church by Hobart Jacobs. Oil painting on board. Condition: Excellent, professionally cleaned and varnished.
Artist Notes
Hobart B. Jacobs (1851-1935) was an American painter celebrated for his Impressionist landscapes. Born in New Berlin, New York, he pursued artistic studies at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris and furthered his education in Florence, Italy. Upon returning to the United States, Jacobs dedicated a significant portion of his career to art education, serving as the art supervisor for the Greenwich Public Schools in Connecticut. After retiring in the 1920s, he relocated to Palo Alto, California, where he actively participated in the local art scene, exhibiting his works with the Palo Alto Art Club. Following the passing of his wife in 1924, Jacobs returned to Greenwich, Connecticut, where he remained until his death in 1935.
Jacobs' oeuvre primarily comprises Impressionist landscapes, often depicting coastal scenes and bucolic settings. His paintings continue to be appreciated for their tranquil portrayal of nature.
Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Condition: Excellent, professionally cleaned and varnished.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Giltwood, Oil Paint
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Landscape, Architecture
Artist Notes
Hobart B. Jacobs (1851-1935) was an American painter celebrated for his Impressionist landscapes. Born in New Berlin, New York, he pursued artistic studies at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris and furthered his education in Florence, Italy. Upon returning to the United States, Jacobs dedicated a significant portion of his career to art education, serving as the art supervisor for the Greenwich Public Schools in Connecticut. After retiring in the 1920s, he relocated to Palo Alto, California, where he actively participated in the local art scene, exhibiting his works with the Palo Alto Art Club. Following the passing of his wife in 1924, Jacobs returned to Greenwich, Connecticut, where he remained until his death in 1935.
Jacobs' oeuvre primarily comprises Impressionist landscapes, often depicting coastal scenes and bucolic settings. His paintings continue to be appreciated for their tranquil portrayal of nature.
Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Condition: Excellent, professionally cleaned and varnished.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Giltwood, Oil Paint
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Landscape, Architecture
Condition
Restored; Some Imperfections; Condition: Excellent, professionally cleaned and varnished.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
20.5 x 16.5 x 2 in
Early 20th Century River Scene With Church by Hobart Jacobs
Estimate $950-$1,800
Starting Bid
$460
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