Description: ARTIST: Nicholas Alden Brooks (New York, 1840 - 1904) NAME: Still Life with Oil Lamp, Book and Linen MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Missing one flake of paint. Some craquelure. Minor inpainting along upper edge. Some damages to frame. SIGHT SIZE: 13 x 14 inches / 33 x 35 cm FRAME SIZE: 19 x 20 inches / 48 x 50 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NAME VARIANTS: Robert Fullerton SKU#: 118354 BIOGRAPHY:Nicholas Alden Brooks is listed in New York City directories from 1880-1904, and is best known for his paintings of money.Considerable mystery surrounds the name Nicholas Alden Brooks. Other than having been active in New York City between 1880 and 1904, very little is known about the artist. There are no records of any art societies showing him as a member or his having participated in any exhibits. The name Brooks, in fact, could possibly be a pseudonym for Robert Fullington, whose name appears on theatrical memorabilia in Brookss trompe loeil still-life paintings.William Harnett seems to be the source of inspiration for most of Brooks work. Quite often, in fact, Brooks work was mistaken for that of Harnetts, with a counterfeit Harnett signature. Everything in these paintings was calculated to enhance doubts, often with flat objects casting minimal shadows, and so providing few visual clues as to whether the source of light in the painting differs at all from the source of light in the room where the painting is seen. However, this effort to produce perfect counterfeit allowed a trompe loeil artist little leeway to assert himself, leaving little room for spontaneity or expression.In the late nineteenth century, trompe loeil money painters were often accused of, and even arrested for counterfeiting. Charges, however, were usually reversed because their drawings were signed as personal works of art. In the mid-1880s, campaigns were launched by the Secret Service against most money painters, persuading manybut not allto desist from work that might be misconstrued.The assassination of Abraham Lincoln represented particular fascination for Brooks. Several of his paintings include posters and playbills from the Ford Theatre. One depicts a ticket stub the night that Lincoln was shot on April 14th. CLICK HERE TO ADD ME TO YOUR FAVOURITE SELLERS LIST.Our prices are based on the value of the artwork by itself. Frames are free and any frame imperfections, damages and condition overall is not a reason for discounts, refunds or returns.If an item is listed like USED it can be dirty.All measurements are given approximately. We pack everything very professionally . Bid with confidence.We DO combine shipping if it possible.If you won multiple items please wait for a combined invoice.Insurance is included in shipping cost.Shipping price is actual only for 48 states. All other bidders have to wait invoice. We are shipping WorldWide.You can choose between two shipment options: We can ship items directly to you or using a Global Shipping Program.Items purchased with Global Shipping Program CAN NOT be combined. If you want to combine them please ask us to list them together BEFORE buying.If item is too fragile or too large for an international shipping We have the right to cancel the bid and refund your payment.Your customs form will include accurate information. Do not ask to falsify the customs form.Imports duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. It is solely Buyers responsibility to check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs, taxes, or charges are.
Price: 849 USD
Location: Dania, Florida
End Time: 2024-11-29T01:09:47.000Z
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