Jane Peterson Original Vintage American Post Impressionist Expressionist Fauve Garmisch Partenkirchen Bavaria German Landscape Oil Painting
Original vintage landscape oil painting, of a landscape in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, in Bavaria, Germany; by American post-impressionist/ expressionist American painter, Jane Peterson, (1876-1965).
Jane Peterson, born Jennie Christine in Elgin, Illinois, on November 28, 1876, was an American Impressionist and Expressionist painter. She graduated from Pratt Institute and developed a unique artistic style influenced by various movements of the early 20th century.
After discovering the Pratt Institute at the 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago, Peterson enrolled in the art department in 1895. She studied under Frank DuMond at the Art Students League in New York City, further honing her skills in oil and watercolor painting. Peterson also embarked on grand tours of Europe, where she studied with renowned artists such as Frank Brangwyn, Joaquin Sorolla, Jacques Blanche, and Andre L'Hote. Her time in Paris exposed her to influential art movements like Fauvism, Expressionism, and Impressionism, and she became acquainted with notable figures like Gertrude Stein, Pablo Picasso, and Henri Matisse.
Peterson's artistic style defied categorization, encompassing multiple prominent styles of the era, including Impressionism, Neo- and Post-Impressionism, Art Nouveau, Nabi, and Fauvism. She developed a distinct linear movement in her work, influenced by her association with fellow American artist Maurice Prendergast. Peterson's interest in watercolor painting grew during her time in Paris, leading her to become an instructor of watercolor at the Art Students League in New York City.
Her impressive career spanned over 80 one-woman exhibitions, and she continued to exhibit her works in prestigious galleries and institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of the City of New York, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Jane Peterson passed away on August 14, 1965, leaving behind a legacy of artistic achievement and a body of work that showcased her mastery of various styles and her ability to capture the essence of light and spontaneous moments in her paintings.
In 1908, Peterson held a solo exhibition at the Société des Artistes Français in Paris, France, which received widespread recognition and praise from Parisian critics. This success led to an exhibition at the St. Botolph Club in Boston the following year, showcasing her earlier works.
Peterson's paintings found a place in esteemed museum collections. Her works are housed in prominent institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of the City of New York, the National Museum of Women in the Arts, the Hirshhorn Museum in Washington D.C., and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and Philadelphia Museum of Art in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Like many aspiring artists of her time, Peterson embarked on several grand tours of Europe. During her travels, she studied under notable European artists, including Frank Brangwyn in Venice and London, Joaquin Sorolla in Madrid, and Jacques Blanche and Andre L'Hote in Paris. These experiences broadened her artistic knowledge and influenced her painting techniques and composition.
Association with Gertrude Stein and Artistic Circles: While in Paris, Peterson became friends with influential American writer Gertrude Stein and her brother, art collector, and critic Leo Stein. She regularly attended their gatherings, where she interacted with prominent artists such as Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse. These connections exposed her to the emerging art movements of Fauvism, Expressionism, and Impressionism.
Unique Artistic Style: Peterson's works defied easy categorization, as she blended various artistic styles prevalent during the turn of the 20th century. Influenced by her academic training and exposure to diverse artistic influences in both America and Europe, her paintings incorporated elements of Impressionism, Neo- and Post-Impressionism, Art Nouveau, Nabi, and Fauvism. She skillfully employed loose brushwork and bold colors to create vibrant and dynamic compositions.
Jane Peterson
(1876-1965)
American Impressionist
Oil on Artist Canvas Board
European Landscape
Garmisch-Partenkirchen in Bavaria, Germany
The painting measures approximately 18" X 22", plus the frame
(The canvas board's size was cut down verso, by the artist)
With the original frame, the painting measures approximately 24.2" X 28.2"
Signed lower left
Circa 1945
Very good original condition, and is still housed in the original vintage wood frame. No overpaints or restorations have been performed. Painting could use a light cleaning, from dust/dirt/age. There are or are possibly a few specks of missing paint. Please review the images.
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