#1 • "The Sunset" Carl Christian Brenner 1887 Landscape Painting

Part of Eclectic Collection from The Estate of Leo Ronald Morris Online Auction Phase #2 (timed auction by Wardlow Auctions)

High bid $4,100.00

Status: Sold

Category: Art & Books

"The Sunset" oil on canvas by Carl Christian Brenner (1838-1888),  a German-born American painter who was considered one of Kentucky's greatest artists in his lifetime. His highly sought landscapes evoke mood with muted colors and a blend of realism and romantism. This style placed him in a group known as 'Tonalists' and included other prominant Louisville artists including Harvey Joiner and Patty Thum.  Signed in lower right corner with date of 1887. Titled on back with ownership tag reading "Property of E.F. Brenner", this likely being son Edward Felix Brenner.  Unrestored masterpiece with surface aged craquelure and some flaking. Gilded wood frame with patina and mild blemishes.  Size : Exposed area of art 17.5"w x 11.5"h / Frame 20.5"w x 14.5"h