Bernard Lennon Oil Painting of Man and Boy Swimming, Mid to Late 20th Century

Item Details

Bernard Lennon (American, 1914 – 1992)
Man and boy swimming, mid-late 20th century
Oil on board
Signed to lower right
Richard Stalter Collection, Bernard Lennon Estate stamp on verso

Bernard Lennon was a distinguished American landscape painter celebrated for his mastery of light and his lifelong commitment to the en plein air tradition. His work is defined by a sophisticated use of color and a structural integrity that captured the quiet, enduring beauty of the New England countryside. Lennon’s paintings often evoke a serene, contemplative atmosphere, rendered with confident and expressive brushwork. Throughout his career, Lennon was more than a practitioner; he was a foundational mentor who established an informal artistic community in Gaylordsville, Connecticut, deeply influencing a generation of regional artists through his rigorous technical standards and artistic philosophy.

The Connection: Lennon served as the primary teacher and mentor to both Richard Stalter and Susan Grisell. Upon his passing, he entrusted his artistic estate to Stalter, ensuring his life’s work would be preserved by his most dedicated students.

Condition

- accretions, minor dust; some scratching, paint loss, scuffing and board wear to sides and edges.

Dimensions

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Item #

ITMGS52332