A leading impressionist landscape painter, Silva settled permanently in Carmel in 1913 and for 35 years devoted himself to painting cypresses, eucalypti, dunes, and coasts. Directly from the estate of William P. Silva. Notarized Affidavit signed by the son of the artist on reverse - May 16, 1949.
William Silva settled permanently in Carmel, California in 1913. He built a studio off Carmelita Street in the sand dunes and for thirty-five years devoted himself to painting the Monterey cypress, eucalyptus trees, the sand dunes and the coastline.
Titled with estate label on reverse.
Deerhoff Galleries - Washington D.C. label verso as well as two inscriptions - Mrs. S.B. Young, Soldiers Home and a wedding present to the Toppings, 1940. #4456 in oval, pencil. Original frame. Juicy brushwork.
Signed and dated lower right On reverse: Titled, signed and dated Written under the signature are the words: Sketch for large painting
