The First World War was a horror, destroying millions of lives in epic proportion. Yet, as the irony of human nature would have it, the Great War also led to the creation of great art, including monumental and moving works by many of Canada’s best painters of the day. That art has been deservedly and proudly put on display at the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa. Witness – Canadian Art of the First World War is one of two art exhibits front and centre at the Museum (the other being … [Read more...]
J.E.H. and Thoreau MacDonald: Father & Son Artists
August 5, 2014 by
Canada has a rich history of artists following in the footsteps of their artist parents. This is one of a series of blog posts telling their stories. J.E.H. MacDonald and his son, Thoreau, may arguably be Canada's best known father-and-son artists. James Edward Hervey MacDonald (1873-1932) was a member of the Group of Seven, helping forge Canada’s distinct artistic identity through his bold and colourful paintings of our landscape. Thoreau MacDonald (1901-1989), the only son of J.E.H. … [Read more...]
July 30, 2014 by
We are currently seeking John Little paintings to buy or sell on consignment. If you have a John Little painting you would like to sell, please click on "Purchase or Inquire" to contact us. We provide free appraisals. … [Read more...]
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Autumn Scene | George Kulmala
July 25, 2014 by
Oil on wood panel Size: 12" x 10" Price: SOLD Details: Signed left "G.A. Kulmala. Framed in vintage gold wood frame made by Matthews Toronto, measures 16.5 X 14.5 inches. Provenance: Private Collection. Additional Information and Photos Available Upon Request … [Read more...]
Birch Trees | Thomas Mower Martin
June 22, 2014 by
Watercolour Sight size: 13" x 7 3/4" Price: SOLD Details: Signed lower right "T.M. Martin RCA". Framed, triple archival matt, measures 21.5 X 16 inches. Provenance: Private Collection. Additional Information and Photos Available Upon Request … [Read more...]
Sampson-Matthews Silkscreen Story
March 28, 2014 by
By Mark Skeffington When is a print more than just a print? The answer: When it’s a Sampson-Matthews silkscreen. Prints aren’t as valued or sought-after by art collectors. However, Canadian art silkscreens produced by the Sampson-Matthews Ltd. company of Toronto from 1942-1963 hold a special place in the homes of many art collectors. The silkscreens also hold a special place in the history of Canadian art and Canada. The story is familiar to some, but not to … [Read more...]
Passing | Conrad Furey
March 6, 2014 by
Acrylic on Masonite (over wood board) Size: 12" by 15" Price: SOLD Details: Painted 2002. Signed, Titled and Numbered 21552 on verso. Framed: Wood frame, measures approximately 12.5" by 15.5" Provenance: Private Collection. Letter of Authenticity from Conrad Furey Estate Available. Please tell us if you're interested in buying or selling works by Conrad Furey … [Read more...]
Emerald Lake | Alan Collier
November 24, 2013 by
Silkscreen Size: 20" by 27" Price: SOLD Details: Silkscreen by Sampson-Matthews Ltd., 1950, Signed on print. Mint Condition. Unframed Provenance: Private Collection. Please tell us if you're interested in buying or selling works by Allan Collier … [Read more...]
