Westward Ho!.... on to Oregon!...

This item is the verso of a framed canvas painting, titled "Westward Ho!.... on to Oregon!...". The canvas is stretched over a wooden stretcher bar frame, which appears to be constructed from light-colored wood, likely pine or fir, using traditional mortise-and-tenon or mitered joints secured with corner keys and staples. The canvas itself is a plain weave fabric, possibly cotton or linen, and is raw or unprimed on the reverse, exhibiting a light cream or off-white color with some subtle discoloration and faint smudges, possibly from handling or dust, indicating a visible patina of age. The edges of the canvas are wrapped around the stretcher bars and secured with staples along the outer perimeter. The painting is housed within a wooden frame, visible from the back, with a gold or dark bronze finish, showing some minor wear and chipping consistent with its age. Handwritten in black ink on the upper right side of the canvas is the artist's signature "Richard Partridge" and location "Oregon, Or.", along with the date "Oct 2nd 2010". Below the title, on the lower right, there is a reference number "#584". Additionally, on the lower left, there are faint markings that seem to read "SS 10 B 4", likely an inventory or catalog number. A wire hanger is attached to the top stretcher bar for display. The overall condition suggests a well-cared-for piece, with minor cosmetic issues common for artwork that has been displayed. No significant damage like tears or punctures are visible on the verso.

I have thoroughly examined the verso of "Westward Ho!.... on to Oregon!....", a framed canvas painting. The structural integrity appears sound, with the canvas securely stretched over a wooden stretcher bar frame, evidenced by traditional construction methods and staples. The canvas itself shows a natural patina consistent with its documented age of 2010, including minor discoloration and smudges. The visible wooden frame, likely a gold or bronze finish, exhibits only minor wear. The artist's signature "Richard Partridge, Oregon, Or." and date "Oct 2nd 2010" align with the provided creation date, lending credibility to its authenticity for that period. Inventory markings "#584" and "SS 10 B 4" suggest organized creation and possibly prior cataloging. The overall condition indicates a well-preserved piece without significant damage. Regarding market conditions, paintings by contemporary regional artists like Richard Partridge, especially with a specific date and location, typically find demand among local collectors or those interested in Oregonian themes. While direct comparables are limited without a broader portfolio, similar landscape or thematic works by regional artists from the 2010s often fall within the mid-hundreds to low thousands, depending on artist recognition and market presence. The lack of extensive public sales data for this artist suggests a moderate but not exceptionally high demand or rarity at this time. Factors impacting value positively include the good condition and clear identification of the artist and date. Negatively, without a robust public auction history or gallery representation, establishing a premium value is challenging. **Limitation of Authenticity Verification:** My assessment of authenticity is based solely on visual examination of the image and provided text. A definitive authentication would require an in-person examination to assess paint quality, brushwork, and surface characteristics. Comprehensive provenance documentation (e.g., bills of sale, exhibition history) and possibly scientific analysis of pigments or canvas fiber, would further corroborate the item's origin and authenticity, especially for an artwork of this age.