Antique Oil Painting by Henry Hulsmann (1849–1930) Framed Size: 24” x 18”

Antique Oil Painting by Henry Hulsmann (1849–1930)

Framed Size: 24” x 18” • Oil on Canvas • Signed Lower Right

A captivating 19th-century American landscape by listed artist Henry Hulsmann, known for his atmospheric skies and romantic depictions of the pastoral countryside. Bathed in the warm glow of sunset, the scene features a flock of sheep being guided along a winding country road, with distant mountains and a peaceful stream that gently leads the eye into the horizon. Hulsmann’s mastery of light and shadow is on full display, showcasing the influence of the Hudson River School and American Tonalist traditions.

The painting is signed in the lower right and presented in its original ornate giltwood frame, which beautifully complements its rich palette and period authenticity. Hulsmann was born in Germany in 1849 and emigrated to the United States in 1868, where he lived and worked in Chicago. His works are noted for their serene compositions and distinctive brushwork, often reflecting themes of tranquility, nature, and the pioneer American spirit.

Details:

• Artist: Henry Hulsmann (American, 1849–1930)
• Medium: Oil on canvas
• Signature: Signed lower right
• Framed Dimensions: 24” W x 18” H
• Era: Late 19th to early 20th century
• Condition: Excellent antique condition; frame shows minor age-appropriate wear

Provenance & Artist Background:

Henry Hulsmann was an immigrant artist who became active in Chicago’s growing art scene in the late 19th century. His daughter, Lillian, was also a painter, and the two were known to share a studio in their later years. Hulsmann passed away in Chicago in 1930.

A Fine Addition To:

Collectors of early American landscapes, Midwestern art, or those seeking a statement piece that brings warmth, nostalgia, and depth to a traditional or historic interior.