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Charlottesville Combined Estates Downsizing Online Sale

Mon, Aug 3, 2026 12:00AM EDT - Wed, Aug 12, 2026 08:00PM EDT
Lot 125

American Primitive Landscape Oil Painting Signed 'S. FAY'

Estimate: $20 - $80

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $1
$50 $5
$100 $10
$1,000 $25
$5,000 $250
$10,000 $2,500
$100,000 $10,000

This is an original oil painting depicting a rural landscape scene with a central cabin surrounded by trees and a split-rail fence. The artwork is signed 'S. FAY' in the upper left corner, suggesting an American Primitive or folk art style. The painting is presented in a traditional gilt frame Measures 33.5” wide and 25.5” tall.

Condition

The painting exhibits significant paint loss and flaking, particularly in the lower portion and scattered throughout the landscape. The canvas shows signs of age, including craquelure across the surface. The gilt frame has minor wear consistent with its age.

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