Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Oil on board, artist's monogram at lower right "HJB," presented in a gilt composition frame.
DOA 14.75 x 7.75 in.
The monogram may be that of Henry Joseph Breuer (CA/NY, 1860-1932). Breuer was born in Philadelphia, studied art in Buffalo, NY, worked for several years as a designer/decorator at Rookwood Pottery, and eventually settled in California.
Some loss to corners of frame; light surface grime to painting and abrasions in upper left corner.