George William Whitaker Fruit Still Life Painting

Rhode Island, New York, Massachusetts,1841-1916
Depicts shiny red and green grapes, plums, and juicy melon laid out on a simple wood table against a stark black background. Whitaker's talent was recognized by renowned landscape artists George Inness and Alexander Wyant which led him to study in France under Laszlo DePaal before returning to New England.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: Canvas 11" x 16",Frame 16" x 21"
Signature: Signed "G. W. Whitaker" lower left corner.
Condition: Small spot of paint loss to left side, otherwise good condition.