RAYMOND MILTON SCHELL (1936-2014) - "Untitled" - Canadian school fine art landscape acrylic painting on linen canvas mounted to Birch ply - exacting detail throughout from the grassy windswept landscape and path to the gradient sky - signed lower right - contained in the original gallery / exhibition frame with grey painted finish and gilt details, linen liner and fillet (likely chosen by the artist) - Canada - circa 1980's.

Excellent / mint pre-owned / vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restoration - minor paint loss and scuffs to the original frame and linen matte - minimal signs of age and use.

Painting Size / Dimensions - Medium - 16" (41.1 cm.) Wide x 20" (50.8 cm.) High.

Frame Size / Dimensions - Medium - 23 3/4" (60.3 cm.) Wide x 27 3/4" (70.5 cm.) High x 1 1/2" (3.8 cm.) Deep.

RAY SCHELL was a self taught artist keen on capturing the mood and landscapes of Southwestern Ontario. Born in Sarnia, he set up his studio in Port Lambton on the St. Clair River. Known for his quick wit, sense of humor and patience - all of these qualities evident in his paintings as well.

Provenance - Purchased directly from the artist by the gallery owner who represented him in Chatham, Ontario in the 1980's. First time offered for public sale. Two other paintings by this artist are also available.