Antique Original Pil Painting by C. Melton

This is an antique MID CENTURY MODERN Oil Painting by Catherine Parker Melton who was a famous mid-century artist. She was born in the late 19th Century and died in 1959. She was noted for her seascape oil paintings with seagulls and dunes. This is an original signed oil painting on canvas from the 1940s. This frame measures 43"x 31". The painting depicts a winter ocean landscape scene with tall grasses in the foreground that is covered in snow and characterized by the cool tones and presence of reeds. It showcases the waves coming in and seagulls in the sky with the sun. The painting is signed "C. MELTON" in the lower right corner. Catherine Parker Melton studied at the Peabody College, and the Corcoran School of Art. Some of her exhibitions included the Maryland Institute in the League of American Women, and the Washington Art Club. This work of art would be lovely in a beach home, or possibly just for someone who loves a beautiful seascape. This oil painting is in EXCELLENT TO MINT CONDITION. There are no scratches or chips in the paint. Also there are no tears or puckers in the canvas.