HISTORIC CHARLESTON ESTATES & FINE ART
Lot 101:
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Mid Century oil on canvas Violets still life by Franklin Arbuckle ( Canadian, 1909-2001) In frame measures 28"x32"x1". Weight 7 lbs. Franklin Arbuckle was a versatile and accomplished Canadian painter and illustrator whose work spanned a wide range of subjects and styles. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Arbuckle attended the Ontario College of Art, where he studied under notable artists such as J.W. Beatty, F.S. Challener, and J.E.H. MacDonald. His education under these prominent figures of Canadian art laid a strong foundation for his career, which would include painting, teaching, and illustration. Arbuckle’s time at the Ontario College of Art was formative, allowing him to develop his skills and artistic voice. The guidance of his teachers, who were influential members of the Group of Seven and other Canadian art movements, instilled in him a deep appreciation for the Canadian landscape and the possibilities of artistic expression. After graduating, Arbuckle managed to make a living from art-related work, which was a notable achievement during a time when few artists could sustain themselves solely through their craft. In addition to selling his paintings, Arbuckle taught at the Northern Vocational School and offered summer classes at Franz Johnston’s Art School in Georgian Bay. These teaching roles allowed him to share his knowledge and passion for art with a new generation of artists. However, the outbreak of World War II brought a lull in the art world, prompting Arbuckle to shift his focus to commercial art. During the war years, Arbuckle worked for Bomac Engravers in Ottawa and Montreal, this experience broadened his skills in commercial art, particularly illustration. Arbuckle’s work is included in the permanent collections of the National Gallery of Canada and the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO). **In house shipping available on this lot**
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