Alson Skinner Clark (American, 1876-1949), The Breton Cobbler's

Oil on board, circa 1900-1903, painted in France, signed at lower right, pencil signed and labeled to verso, the board stamp with art suppliers mark of Blanchet, Paris to verso board, presented in a later giltwood frame.

Panel 7 1/4 x 9 1/4 in.; Frame dimensions 12 5/8 x 14 7/8 in.

From the Collection of the late Morton Thalhimer, Jr., Richmond, Virginia

Alson Skinner Clark was born in Chicago, Illinois, and became one of the prominent figures in the Chicago art scene. His works spanned a variety of genres, including landscapes, portraits, and city scenes, with a distinct focus on capturing the essence of natural light and urban life.
Clark’s formal education began at the Art Institute of Chicago before traveling to Europe, and spending time in France, where he was deeply influenced by the Impressionists and their focus on color, light, and atmospheric effects.
Clark was an active member of the Chicago Society of Artists and the Chicago Arts Club. His influence on the Chicago art scene was profound, and his legacy continues to be celebrated through retrospectives and exhibitions that highlight his role in shaping American

Good estate condition, light rubbing and small separation at left edge of board, small loss at right edge.