Signed lower right: Emile A. Gruppe

Blackwood/March Auctioneers & Appraisers, Essex, Massachusetts, June 18, 2002, lot 40; Acquired by the present owner from the above.

Emile Albert Gruppe (American, 1896-1978) Nudes by a Wooded Stream Oil on canvas 30 x 36 inches (76.2 x 91.4 cm) Signed lower right: Emile A. Gruppe Property from the Collection of a Distinguished Academic Woman PROVENANCE: Blackwood/March Auctioneers & Appraisers, Essex, Massachusetts, June 18, 2002, lot 40; Acquired by the present owner from the above. "Emile Albert Gruppe, primarily known for his vibrant landscapes and seascapes, also explored the form of the nude with a distinctive blend of realism and impressionism. His nudes reveal a sensitive handling of light and shadow, capturing the human form with both respect and a profound artistic integrity." -J. Peterson, "The Artistic Journey of Emile Gruppe," Journal of American Art, 2017, p. 89. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

Unlined canvas. Under UV exam, there does not appear to be inpaint. Canvas is slack. A few scattered spots of craquelure. Stretcher bar lines visible. Framed Dimensions 35 X 41 Inches