This is a completely delightful work. Essentially a landscape framing a scene of gentle comedy. There is such a lovely, and lively, spirit to the whole thing.

His signature "Richard" is visible in the lower right corner.

Born 1883-1964

Jacob Richard was winner of the first Goodman Prize at the Art Institute, Chicago, the Springfield State Museum Purchase Prize, the Carter H. Harrison Prize for Encouragement of Local Art and the Chicago Woman's Aid Prize. He was also permanently represented in the Vanderpool Gallery, Frank G. Logan Collection and many private collections.

Member of Association of Chicago Painters and Sculptors, the All Illinois Society of Fine Arts, the Illinois Academy of Arts and Society for Sanity in Art. In Los Angeles he was awarded a fellowship in the Huntington Hartford Foundation, member California Art Club and Hollywood Artists Association.

"Who's Who in American Art" Volume 1938-39.

Measures 33" x 36".


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: We detect no damage, it is entirely stable, but we recommend framing it under glass to keep it protected.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Masonite Board, Oil Paint, Oil Pastel

Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
Art Subjects: Landscape, Other
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; We detect no damage, it is entirely stable, but we recommend framing it under glass to keep it protected.