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Oct 12, 2024
Leon Shulman Gaspard (1882-1964)
Fall Foliage - Reflections in the River, Russia
oil on board
9.5 x 8.75 inches
14 x 13.25 inches (frame)
unsigned
verso: stamped, The Estate of Leon Gaspard; labels, Maxwell Galleries, San Francisco; Kennedy Galleries, New York; Santa Fe East Galleries, Santa Fe, New Mexico
Leon Shulman Gaspard's artistic journey, spanning continents and decades, reflects his unique individuality and strong character. Born in Vitebsk, Russia, he was immersed in the colorful cultures of Asia through his father's fur trades, a theme he would explore in his paintings for years to come. Gaspard's formal art education took him from Vitebsk to Odessa, Moscow, and finally Paris, where he studied under Adolphe Bouguereau. World War I interrupted his flourishing Parisian career, leading him to New York. In 1919, seeking a healthier climate, he settled in Taos, New Mexico. His vibrant paintings, blending Impressionist colors with modern interpretive styles, celebrate diverse cultures and remain a legacy of his global artistic vision.
EXHIBITION
Santa Fe East Galleries, "An Exhibition of Paintings by American Impressionist Painters," July 9 - Aug. 25, 1982
The painting appears to be in good condition. Under UV examination, there is no evidence of restoration or inpainting.
Private Collection, Hye, Texas and Pecos, New Mexico
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