18: WALTER W. SCHAFFNER (1867-1934) SCARCE OIL ON CANVAS

Walter Schaffner (1867-1934)
A Farm Scene, Connecticut
A rare oil on canvas by this artist, the work is signed lower left front and titled titled verso on the stretcher. Walter Schaffner worked as a set designer and his easel output appears to have been mostly in pastels, no oils of this size and sophistication have been offered at auction. This composition of a farm scene in Connecticut is displayed in an outstanding custom made frame with carved corners.
Canvas measures 16 x 20.25 with a framed size of 23.5 x 27.5 inches.
Very good condition, noting a detail of professional restoration verso.
$1,000 - $2,000