75: LESTER GILLETTE (1850 - 1940) OIL ON CANVAS

Lester A. Gillette (1855-1940)
The New Hampshire HIlls (Circa first quarter 20th century)
The oil on canvas view of unusual style and subject matter for the artist is signed lower right in red pigment.

The view is most likely a scene in the foothills of the White Mountains.
Canvas measures 30 x 34 with a framed size of 35 x 38.75 inches.
Very good original untouched condition, noting overall craquelure. There are no issues of major scratches, losses, repairs, in-painting or touch-up. Light surface soiling.
Provenance: Deaccession from the Alice C. Sabatini Gallery - Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library.
$400 - $500