Signed William Sheldon Horton impressionist landscape painting. This "Plein Air" artist has majestically captured the purple desert canyons of California. This substantial canvas is supported by an elaborate carved and gilt wooden frame. William Sheldon Horton (American 1919-2010) studied art in Claremont California where he started a small art school. He went on to become the Chairman of Art at many prestigious boarding schools including Kent School in CT, Foxcroft school in Virginia and St. Georges School in Newport Rhode Island. His paintings and sculptures were exhibited in galleries in Washington DC, New York, San Francisco, as well as having a studio in the Arlington Arts Center in Virginia. CONDITION Excellent WEAR Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS H 33 in. x W 38 in. x D 3.25 in. H 83.82 cm x W 96.52 cm x D 8.26 cm