Richard Stalter Still Life Oil Painting of Gourds and Maize

Item Details

Richard Stalter (American, 1934 – 2020)
Still life of gourds and maize
Oil on canvas
Signed to lower right
Artist’s stamp to verso

Richard Stalter was a prolific painter whose work bridged the gap between traditional representation and a vibrant, modern sensibility. Having studied extensively under Bernard Lennon, Stalter developed a keen eye for tonal harmony and the fleeting effects of natural light. His portfolio ranges from intimate interior scenes to sweeping landscapes, all unified by a tactile quality and a rich, layered palette. Stalter was a fixture in the Connecticut art scene, where he lived and worked for decades. He was not only a practitioner of the arts but also a dedicated steward of the artistic legacies he respected.

The Connection: Stalter was the protégé and eventual executor of Bernard Lennon’s estate. He shared a lifelong professional partnership and close friendship with his fellow student, Susan Grisell, becoming the foremost collector of her work and a vocal advocate for her artistic merit.

Condition

- heavy accretions throughout; toning and water stains to fabric frame liner; nicks and abrasions to frame; debris accumulation and light toning to verso.

Dimensions

- measures frame; sight measures 19.5" W x 15.5" H.

• Item not examined outside of mounting.

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Item #

ITMGS53802