EMILE ALBERT GRUPPE (AMERICAN, 1896-1978) OIL ON CANVAS, H 24", W 20", OLD DARTMOUTH Depicting a dense forest scene with fallen orange and yellow foliage. Signed lower right "Emile A Gruppe". Verso is titled "Old Dartmouth" and Signed "Emile A Gruppe". Frame measures H 29.5" x L 25.5". From the collection of Martin and Sharon Scott, Clinton, Michigan.

As viewed under UV light, no inpainting or conservation efforts fluoresce. Original canvas and stretcher. At some point, the stretcher lost it keys, causing a warp and waviness to the heavy canvas. There is a 2" horizontal tear center right. The work was likely re-framed c.1980 in a low quality commercial frame. Moderate edge wear to frame.

29.5 x 20 x 25.5 in