Olin Travis (American, 1888-1975). Waterfall in the Ozarks, 1950. Oil on Masonite. 36 x 24 inches (91.4 x 61.0 cm). Sign...

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Olin Travis (American, 1888-1975)
Waterfall in the Ozarks, 1950
Oil on Masonite
36 x 24 inches (91.4 x 61.0 cm)
Signed lower right: Olin Travis
Signed and titled on the reverse: Waterfall in the Ozarks / Olin Travis

PROVENANCE:
Corporate collection of Ben Carpenter and Family;
Dallas Auction Gallery, February 22, 2006, lot 98;
Private collection, Dallas.

EXHIBITED:
Waco Creative Art Center, Waco, "Olin Herman Travis: Landscape Paintings," April 12-May 3, 1975.

With deep roots in the Texan terrain and possessing an innate knack for encapsulating the inherent beauty of nature, Olin Travis left his mark as one of the state's esteemed painters. Born in 1888 and trained at the Art Institute of Chicago, Travis' versatility allowed him to traverse various artistic quarters--from landscapes to portraits and illustrations--with equal aplomb. His oeuvre is defined by an uncanny ability to capture the sunlight's play and the delicate heartbeats of seasons on canvas. Evoking a sense of place and mood, his work has charmed viewers with its characteristic tranquility and earthbound palette. As a co-founder of the Dallas Art Institute, Travis also played a pivotal role in the growth of the Dallas art scene. His legacy endures in his exquisite works and the notable artists he mentored, securing his place in the annals of American art.




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