Lot 280: Jim C. Norton (American 1953-2023)

Jim C. Norton (American 1953-2023)
“Crossing the Blacks Fork”
depicting a cowboy on horseback leading a pack horse through a shallow mountain stream surrounded by lush evergreens and distant rolling hills; the composition captures a moment of calm in the rugged Western wilderness, painted with Norton’s characteristic realism, rich palette, and strong command of light and atmosphere
Oil on board
Signed lower left Jim C. Norton
Titled, signed, and numbered #8920 on verso: “Crossing the Blacks Fork.”
12″ x 16″
Provenance: Part of a large Western art collection from Massachusetts

Presents well overall, varnish drips. Some inpainting to horse and water

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Estimate: $1500- $3000

Auction Date: January 1, 2026