Attributed to James Fairman. American mountainous landscape commissioned for Vassar College in 1866.

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Attributed to James Fairman. American mountainous landscape commissioned for Vassar College in 1866. Possibly the Adirondacks or upstate New York. Panoramic view with haying scene and cattle along a river. Oil on canvas. Original inscriptions on reverse, including on stretcher: "Dana Thomas Vassar College 1866/7", "Thomas Commission Nov 7th '66". Small patch in center. Craquelure. Painting: 21.75 x 36in. Frame: 31 x 43.5in.

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Attributed to James Fairman. American mountainous landscape commissioned for Vassar College in 1866.

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