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Robert Highsmith 'Snow Scene Sketch' Watercolor on Paper

  • Title: Snow Scene Sketch
  • Artist: Robert Highsmith
  • Medium: Watercolor on Paper
  • Signed: Lower Right
  • Framed Double Matted With Glass
  • Provenance: From The Personal Collection of Julie Ford Oliver

"Snow Scene Sketch" by Robert Highsmith is a rare and captivating depiction of the Organ Mountains blanketed in snow. This watercolor captures the majestic beauty of the mountains on one of those uncommon snowy days, where the subtle shades of white and gray contrast with the rugged terrain. The scene is brought to life with Highsmith's masterful brushwork, conveying both the tranquility and the starkness of the landscape. The painting is framed with double matting and glass, preserving its delicate beauty. With provenance from the personal collection of Julie Ford Oliver, this artwork holds additional significance and is a remarkable addition to any collection.

About the Artist:
Robert Highsmith
received his art training from New Mexico State University and the Ringling School of Art in Sarasota, Florida. His watercolors have been featured in various publications and are held in numerous corporate and private collections worldwide. Recognized with over a hundred awards for his work, including the prestigious Governors Award of Excellence in Art, Robert's paintings often depict the desert landscape and canyons of the southwest. Known for their strong, unsentimental statements and technical virtuosity, his pieces are characterized by stark contrasts that lend them photorealistic detail. Robert is a signature member of several esteemed watercolor societies and his work is represented by galleries in Santa Fe, Las Cruces, and Bluffton.

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Size:
Overall: 16" X 20"
Visible: 5.5" X 9.25"

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