**Originally Listed At $2000**

John Modesitt (American, b. 1955). "Barges on the Burgundy Canal" oil on canvas, 2017. Signed on lower left. A delight for any fan of Impressionism, John Modesitt's "Barges on the Burgundy Canal" presents the artist's painterly view of the Canal de Bourgogne which connects the River Yonne at Migennes with the River Saone at Saint-Jean-de-Losne. Modesitt captured the scene with his adept loose brushwork that conjures a sense of spontaneity and softly conveys the forms, an emphasis on light effects, and an embrace of vibrant color. The painting is set in a custom frame that complements it beautifully. Size: 20" L x 24" W (50.8 cm x 61 cm) Size of frame: 27.4" L x 31.5" W (69.6 cm x 80 cm)

According to Modesitt, "When I painted this view I was primarily drawn to the sky and the water. I have always been inspired by the way artists like Eugene Boudin (Monet's friend and mentor who Corot called the 'King of the Skies') and John Constable rendered the sky."

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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Painting is in superb condition. It is signed by the artist on the lower left. Custom frame is excellent as well. Wired for suspension and ready to display.