August Laux (1847-1921)
"Old English Games on the Farm"
Early 20th century
Signed
A Franco-German immigrant to New York in 1863, Laux is beloved for his American farm scenes of New England and the South, where he excelled especially in rendering chickens.
His most finely painted groupings, such as this one, are in demand to collectors - and particularly in this near-mint condition, are nearly impossible to source.
An idyllic, classically-staged genre scene with farmhouse visible in the background.
Original condition. No restorations. Remaining on its original canvas with no relining.
Gallery framed in lovely giltwood that enhances the reddish feather tones of the Old English Game cock and the huddling hens, this is a Laux "chicken painting" at its best.
Framed: ~ 20” x ~ 16”
August Laux (1847-1921)
"Old English Games on the Farm"
Early 20th century
Signed
A Franco-German immigrant to New York in 1863, Laux is beloved for his American farm scenes of New England and the South, where he excelled especially in rendering chickens.
His most finely painted groupings, such as this one, are in demand to collectors - and particularly in this near-mint condition, are nearly impossible to source.
An idyllic, classically-staged genre scene with farmhouse visible in the background.
Original condition. No restorations. Remaining on its original canvas with no relining.
Gallery framed in lovely giltwood that enhances the reddish feather tones of the Old English Game cock and the huddling hens, this is a Laux "chicken painting" at its best.
Framed: ~ 20” x ~ 16”
