This lot consists of an oil painting on board/panel, rendered in the style of artist Shui Long Yen (Taiwanese, 1903-1997). "S.L. Yen" along with the date "1962" is hand painted at lower right. Image depicts a marine, likely pacific asian seascape. The sky is on fire with the artists' use of color and light. Composition is executed in the modern landscape style for which Yen is so well known. This painting would make a great addition to any art collector's gallery. Overall framed dimensions measure 19.25" x 27" / Image sight measures 14.25" x 22".

By introduction, he studied under Kees Van Dongen (1877-1968) at the Academie d'Art Moderne. While studying in France, he applied for permission from the Louvre to copy famous works by artists such as Titian (1488-1576) and Ingres (1780-1867), and his work was selected into the Salon d'Automne in 1931.

PROVENANCE:
Private Collection from Upstate New York

DIMENSIONS:
Overall framed dimensions measure 19.25" x 27" / Image sight measures 14.25" x 22".



Finger Lakes Auction has been commissioned to liquidate a once-in-a-lifetime fine art collection from an Upstate New York Estate. Pieces contained in this auction are some of the finest paintings ever to be offered through our Art Gallery.

PLEASE NOTE: Lots that do not carry established documented provenance nor any past auction record are described in this catalog as "in the style of". Authentication has not been established nor is it implied. Definition of "in the style of" is as follows:

"In the style of" [Artist Name] : The work may be ascribed to the artist on the basis of style, but there may be some question as to actual authorship.

Painting could benefit from a good cleaning but is in overall very good condition. Image and signature are vibrant and show very well.

Frame is old and chipping. Gesso will likely continue to flake upon shipping.