John Modesitt (American, b. 1955). "The Bridge at Amboise" oil on canvas, 2017. Signed on lower left. A picturesque view of Amboise Bridge in the Loire Valley of France by John Modesitt. In addition to dazzling us with his rendering of this famous bridge, Modesitt invites us to walk along the shoreline with the two figures strolling below the tree canopy in the left foreground or glide upon the sailboats in the Amboise River. All is masterfully delineated with Modesitt's loose brushwork that conjures a sense of spontaneity and softly conveys the forms as well as his marvelous command of light effects and embrace of vibrant color. Size: 19.875" L x 24" W (50.5 cm x 61 cm)

John Modesitt has been inspired by the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists since childhood. He studied art under Robert Frame, enjoyed painting en plein air, and eventually painted in France. Also studying the works of Pissarro, Monet, and Sisley in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, John painted almost exclusively in the same manner as the French Impressionists during his early twenties. Then, at age 33, Southern California became his muse and he joined the California Impressionists. John also painted views of New Mexico, painting en plein air at Canyon de Chelly and Taos. Eventually, John decided to visit France every summer and autumn to paint more obscure areas that artists do not typically visit. When he is not in France, he lives in Colorado where he continues to be inspired by his natural surroundings. Modesitt's work has had strong representation in prominent art galleries, and his paintings have been auctioned by Christie's and other esteemed auction houses.

Provenance: Private Durango, Colorado, USA collection

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Overall excellent. Signed on lower left.