John William Orth (1889-1976) American, Oil/Canvas

Impressionistic view of a coastal town, signed lower right, oil on canvas. John W. Orth was born in Bavaria, and sold his first painting when he was 13. Orth first studied art in Munich, then Paris, and travelled throughout Europe studying the Old Masters.The paintings of William Orth range from impeccable miniatures to sweeping murals and encompass a wide range of subjects: florals, landscapes, seascapes, nudes, portraits, religious scenes and "meditations of the soul." As well, Orth worked in other media including sculpture, mosaic creations, architectural designs and models.Overall size: 31 x 24 1/2 in. Sight size: 35 3/4 x 29 1/2 in. Please contact Nic at Info@premiershipment.com for an estimated shipping quote prior to bidding. Please note that all items are sold as is, and conditions should be asked prior to sale.