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This work is an oil on canvas landscape painting depicting a tranquil rural scene in the South African Cape region. The composition features white-walled, thatched Cape Dutch style cottages situated beside a calm river. To the left, a cluster of mature eucalyptus trees frames the view, while hazy mountains rise in the distant background. The work is executed in a representational style with textured, impressionistic brushwork and a bright, airy colour palette. The painting is signed M. le Grange in white paint in the lower right corner. The canvas is stretched and presented in a modern gilt-finished frame with a decorative inner bead moulding. Note that the descriptive label visible above the frame in the primary photograph refers to a separate item and is unrelated to this lot. Based on the 24-inch (approximately 61 cm) wooden ruler provided for scale, the painting dimensions are estimated below.
60 cm x 90 cm.
Condition report:
The painting appears to be in good overall condition. The paint surface is stable with no visible signs of craquelure, flaking, or paint loss. There is a light accumulation of surface dust. The canvas remains taut on the stretcher. The gilt frame shows minor surface wear and occasional small scuffs consistent with age and handling.
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