Emile Albert Gruppe (American, 1896-1978). Nudes by a Wooded Stream. Oil on canvas . 30 x 36 inches (76.2 x 91.4 cm). Si...

Description

Emile Albert Gruppe (American, 1896-1978)
Nudes by a Wooded Stream
Oil on canvas
30 x 36 inches (76.2 x 91.4 cm)
Signed lower right: Emile A. Gruppe

Property from the Collection of a Distinguished Academic Woman

PROVENANCE:
Blackwood/March Auctioneers & Appraisers, Essex, Massachusetts, June 18, 2002, lot 40;
Acquired by the present owner from the above.

"Emile Albert Gruppe, primarily known for his vibrant landscapes and seascapes, also explored the form of the nude with a distinctive blend of realism and impressionism. His nudes reveal a sensitive handling of light and shadow, capturing the human form with both respect and a profound artistic integrity."
-J. Peterson, "The Artistic Journey of Emile Gruppe," Journal of American Art, 2017, p. 89.




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