42: RALPH HOLMES (1876-1963) OIL ON CANVAS BOARD

Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963)
An Untitled California Landscape (Second quarter of the 20th Century.)
The view of California foothills (possibly near San Luis Obispo) shrouded in mist is signed lower left.

Holmes established himself early as a muralist before moving to California around 1923 to teach and paint there depicting California landscapes and views of the American west for the rest of his life.
Board measures 18 x 20 with a framed size of 22.75 x 24.75 inches.
Very good condition. There are no issues of major scratches, losses, repairs, in-painting or touch-up, noting a tiny chip near the tree and a few very small touches in the sky upper left.
$700 - $900