Everett Shinn, Late 19th Century Landscape Watercolor

This original work of art is a watercolor and graphite painting on paper, executed in a naturalist style featuring a rural farmyard or alleyway scene. The composition is vertically oriented, dominated by a large barn-like wooden structure on the left with a partially open door, and a dense, leafy green tree canopy overhanging from the right. The color palette consists of muted earthy tones, including ochre, sage greens, slate blues, and soft vandyke browns. The artist utilizes light and shadow effectively, with a strong cast shadow across the dirt foreground suggesting a bright, directional light source. In the lower right corner, the piece is prominently signed 'Shinn' in a stylized script, accompanied by the year '89' (likely 1889). Based on the signature and stylistic execution, the work is attributed to Everett Shinn (1876–1953), a member of the Ashcan School, though this particular piece represents his very early, formative output before his move toward more urban, gritty subjects. The paper shows signs of age-appropriate toning and minor foxing throughout the cream-colored matting. The painting appears to be housed in a simple gilt wood frame under glass. The brushwork shows a delicate yet confident application characteristic of high-quality late Victorian-era amateur or emerging professional illustration.