Jim C. Norton, Attributed/Manner of: Plains Vision, 1994
Jim C. Norton (American, b. 1953)
Striking Western composition depicting a Native American figure standing prominently in an open plains landscape, holding a long spear while horses graze quietly behind him. The expansive mountain range and warm grasslands create a powerful sense of distance and atmosphere, while the figure’s frontal presence gives the scene a commanding, almost ceremonial quality.
Executed in oil on wood panel, the work is characterized by warm earth tones, reddish ochres, violet-blue mountains, and softly modulated sky colors. The artist uses strong directional brushwork and carefully modeled highlights across the figure to create depth and a dramatic contrast between the human subject and the immense Western landscape.
Signed “Jim C. Norton†and dated “94†at the lower left. The reverse bears the handwritten title “Plains Vision†, together with the name “Jim C. Norton†and the date “94.†The painting is presented in a substantial gold-tone frame with dark accent molding.
A visually impressive Western scene combining portraiture, equestrian imagery, and the monumental landscape tradition associated with the American West. The strong figure, grazing horses, and sweeping mountain backdrop give the work considerable decorative presence and make it especially appealing for a Western art collection.
DIMENSIONS
Unframed: 14 x 10 3/4 in.
Framed: 17 x 13 3/4 in.
PROVENANCE
Private collection.
Condition
Overall good visual condition. Minor age-related and handling wear may be present to the painted surface and frame. The reverse wood panel shows normal surface marks consistent with age. Please refer to the photographs for additional condition details.
Estimate
Reserve
Time, Location
Auction House
Jim C. Norton (American, b. 1953)
Striking Western composition depicting a Native American figure standing prominently in an open plains landscape, holding a long spear while horses graze quietly behind him. The expansive mountain range and warm grasslands create a powerful sense of distance and atmosphere, while the figure’s frontal presence gives the scene a commanding, almost ceremonial quality.
Executed in oil on wood panel, the work is characterized by warm earth tones, reddish ochres, violet-blue mountains, and softly modulated sky colors. The artist uses strong directional brushwork and carefully modeled highlights across the figure to create depth and a dramatic contrast between the human subject and the immense Western landscape.
Signed “Jim C. Norton†and dated “94†at the lower left. The reverse bears the handwritten title “Plains Vision†, together with the name “Jim C. Norton†and the date “94.†The painting is presented in a substantial gold-tone frame with dark accent molding.
A visually impressive Western scene combining portraiture, equestrian imagery, and the monumental landscape tradition associated with the American West. The strong figure, grazing horses, and sweeping mountain backdrop give the work considerable decorative presence and make it especially appealing for a Western art collection.
DIMENSIONS
Unframed: 14 x 10 3/4 in.
Framed: 17 x 13 3/4 in.
PROVENANCE
Private collection.
Condition
Overall good visual condition. Minor age-related and handling wear may be present to the painted surface and frame. The reverse wood panel shows normal surface marks consistent with age. Please refer to the photographs for additional condition details.
Estimate
Reserve
Time, Location
Auction House
