HEFFNER, Karl, (German, 1849-1925): Waterside Village, Oil/Panel, 16''x 24'', signed lower left, ebonized frame, 23'' x 31''. Mccoll Fine Art label affixed verso. Heffner originally studied music and was introduced to art while working for an English art dealer. He was a pupil of Johann Nepomuk Otto, Adolph Stademann, and Adolph Heinrich Lier. In the 1880s he was made an honorary member of the Academy of Munich, and obtained the title of professor from the prince regent. He is best known for his panoramic views of landscapes in Germany and England in particular.
CONDITION: Several minor bits of paint loss, and a repair to the board extending from one vertical margin to the other, barely noticeable under black light. Frame shows wear and loss, sold as is.