Christmas Day After John Ritchie (1821-1879) Genre Figurative Winter Landscape Oil Painting

Christmas Day 1857, After John Ritchie (1821-1879) [ This fine example painted accurately around 1920-30s to same scale after the artists original of 1857 ] AUCTION SALE RECORDS FOR ORIGINALS John Ritchie (fl. 1857-1875) Winter, St James''s Park, London Size 30 x 50 in. (76.2 x 128.9 cm.) PRICE REALISED GBP 137,000 Estimate GBP 100,000 GBP 150,000 14 Dec 2016 ( See one but last Image of an original by artist )- Christies Auction Link : [ COPY & PASTE INTO GOOGLE BROWSER ] https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-6048678 Our example whilst an early 20th century later rendition, is of very good quality and a substantial-sized oil painting on canvas depicting a wonderful winter snow covered landscape scene with local people gathering at the church for the festive carol service on Christmas Day, 1857. [ SEE ORIGINAL PAINTING LAST IMAGE ] The exceptionally well-executed painting was taken from an original work by British listed artist John Ritchie (1821-1879). As a very favourable artist during the 19th century, Richie specialized in such amazing scenes. Indeed, he titled this particular work ''''Christmas Day, 1857''''. The example on offer was painted during the 1930s by a follower of the artist. Artist John Ritchie (1857 - 1875) was a genre painter who exhibited at the RA and elsewhere. Usually his scenes were imaginary and used 16 / 17th C costumes in a panoramic style. His masterpiece is considered to be: [Summer Day in Hyde Park] It is an extremely faithful example and it has the appearance and feel of a much earlier work, such as the quality of the painting and the fabulous attention to detail. It is mounted within the beautiful original and substantial-sized giltwood and gesso scrolled frame. This painting will be the main centre of attraction on any wall that you choose to place it. CONDITION The painting and the frame are offered in an overall stunning original condition. FRAMED MEASUREMENTS Height: 50 Inches (127 cm) Width: 79.1 Inches (200.9 cm) Depth: 3 Inches (7.6 cm) DELIVERY UK By Private Courier £300 Worldwide : £1300 TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES :07765 856171 Quote Ref : 0914