656. Alexander Drysdale (American, 1870-1934), "Sunrise, Black River", c.1917; oil wash/board, 16" x 20", signed, titled, and dated. Important New Orleans tonalist painter, known for his scenes of the Louisiana bayou. 1500-2500

657. Thaddeus Welch (American, 1844-1919), "Mountain Landscape", c.1900; oil/board, 9.5" x 17", unsigned. This California painter worked closely with Duveneck, Chase and Twachtman while in Munich during the 1870s. He lived in the San Francisco Bay area around the turn of the century, then moved to Santa Barbara in 1905. 700-900

658. Lila Marguerite Cabaniss (American, early 20th century), "The Lily Pond", c.1925; oil/canvas wrapped around board (original), 17" x 20", signed, under glass. Savannah, Georgia painter. She was a member of the Southern States Art League, Savannah Art Club, and the Association of Georgia Artists. 1000-2000

659. James Merriam (American, 1880-1951), "Palm Springs Landscape", c.1930; oil/canvas, 30" x 38", signed. Los Angeles painter. Merriam began his artistic career in Detroit before moving to California in 1920. This is an excellent example of his work. 2000-3000

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