This lot consists of an oil painting on board, done in the expressive landscape style of Franz Xaver von Pausinger (Austrian, 1839-1915). A hand-painted inscription at lower left corner reads, "F.v.Pausinger". This unframed piece measures approximately 12" x 7.75".

In this stunning work, rugged mountains converge on a grassy and wild scene. Two deer with majestic antlers have stopped by a clear stream. An enveloping landscape replete with careful brush strokes and gestural color.

Franz Xaver von Pausinger (Austrian, 1839-1915) was a painter who specialized in animals and landscape scenes. Pausinger was trained as an academic painter and rose to fame as an illustrator, even accompanying Crown Prince Rudolf of Austria on a trip to the East. Substantial collections of Pausinger's work are now housed in the Austrian National Library and the Salzburg Museum.

PROVENANCE:
Private Collection from Upstate New York

DIMENSIONS:
Unframed approx. 12" x 7.75".



Finger Lakes Auction has been commissioned to liquidate a once-in-a-lifetime fine art collection from an Upstate New York Estate. Pieces contained in this auction are some of the finest paintings ever to be offered through our Art Gallery.

PLEASE NOTE: Lots that do not carry established documented provenance nor any past auction record are described in this catalog as "in the style of". Authentication has not been established nor is it implied. Definition of "in the style of" is as follows:

"In the style of" [Artist Name] : The work may be ascribed to the artist on the basis of style, but there may be some question as to actual authorship.

Overall good condition. Minor areas of paint loss. The artwork itself remains rich and bold. Please examine photos for further detail.