Caleb Arnold Slade (American, 1882-1961), Courtyard Scene

Oil on canvas, signed at lower right, presented in an attractive gilt frame.

Stretcher size 32 x 39 1/4 in.; Frame dimensions 41 1/2 x 49 1/4 in.

Caleb Arnold Slade was an American painter known for his vibrant and sensitive depictions of landscapes, architecture, and daily life, particularly in North Africa and Europe. Born in Acushnet, Massachusetts, Slade studied at Brown University and later trained at the Art Students League in New York and the Académie Julian in Paris. His travels, especially to France, Italy, and North Africa, deeply influenced his work, leading to richly colored and atmospheric scenes that combined academic precision with an impressionistic touch.

Slade’s paintings often focus on light, texture, and the character of his surroundings—ranging from bustling Moroccan marketplaces to quiet village streets and pastoral countryside views. His work was well received in both the United States and abroad, exhibiting at prestigious venues such as the Paris Salon and the National Academy of Design.

Canvas in need of re-stretching; otherwise in good estate condition.