Eugene Laforet (1884-1955) Signed Original Oil on Canvas Wood Frame Boy Smoking

Eugene La Foret (1884–1955) was a French-American artist known for his accessible, impressionist-style oil paintings. He gained unique fame in the 1940s as the only New York City artist who painted in full view of the public at his «Studio Store» on Lexington Avenue. This painting features a country boy smoking. The painting comes with a beautiful ornate wood frame and measures approximately 32.5”x28.5”. Some damage to the frame – due to aging. This is a great piece of artwork for any collection. Market Value: Historically accessible, with secondary market and estate auction prices commonly ranging between $500 and $1,500, though select larger works have commanded up to $3,000 at auction