Impressionistic Forest River Landscape Painting in Gilt Frame

This item is an original landscape painting, likely oil or acrylic on canvas, depicting a serene forest scene with a flowing river or stream. The composition is characterized by heavy atmospheric lighting, specifically 'god rays' or crepuscular rays filtering through a dense canopy of trees in the background. The color palette is dominated by various shades of forest green, teal, and earthy browns, with bright yellowish-white highlights creating a focal point in the center. The style is mid-to-late 20th-century impressionistic realism, emphasizing light and mood over fine detail. The painting is housed in a substantial wood frame with a gold-leaf or gilt finish, featuring ornate scrolled corner motifs. A notable feature is the interior linen liner in a cream tone, which separates the art from the frame. A small brass identification plaque is visible at the bottom center of the liner, and there appears to be a signature in the lower right corner, though it is illegible at this resolution. Regarding condition, there is visible staining and brown discoloration on the right side of the linen liner, suggesting moisture exposure or age-related foxing. The frame shows some minor surface wear consistent with a vintage piece from the 1970s or 1980s. The brushwork appears confident, utilizing impasto techniques to add texture to the foliage and water surface.