565. Emile Gruppe (American, 1896-1978), "Fall Birches", c. 1950; oil/canvas, 36" x 29.5", signed. Important New England impressionist, well known for his harbor scenes and landscapes. Gruppe studied with John Carlson and Richard Miller. He exhibited from the 1910s-50s, at the National Academy of Design, Art Institute of Chicago, Salmagundi Club, North Shore Art Association, Rockport Art Association, New Haven Paint and Clay Club, and the Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts. His work is in numerous important public collections. Gruppe was clearly one of the most central figures to the Cape Ann artist colony, and his work is an icon of American impressionism executed in New England in the early 20th century.
This is a large and important work by Gruppe. A similar example is illustrated in the book "Gruppe on Painting", by Emile Gruppe, edited by Charles Movalli ("Birches in Fall", p.60). Vermont is the location of this painting, with Mount Mansfield visible in the background. 15,000-20,000 |
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