Lot 296: Charles Franklin Pierce (American 1844-1920)
Charles Franklin Pierce (American 1844-1920)
“The Road to Pasture”
depicting a serene rural scene with a small herd of cattle and sheep gathered along a country path beneath a bright, open sky; the composition conveys Pierce’s mastery of tonal realism and his sensitivity to light and atmosphere, blending elements of both American and European pastoral traditions
Oil on canvas, presented in a richly carved and gilt period frame
Signed lower left C.F. Pierce
24″ x 34″
Provenance: Bonhams Skinner, Marlborough 3/09/2001, Lot 237 ($7,475)
Canvas in need of relining and restretching, some undulation to canvas. varnish, surface grime. Inpainting concentrating on borders, edgeware. Frame in fair condition, some gilt loss.
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Estimate: $1000- $2000
Auction Date: January 1, 2026
