Bidspirit auction | NORMAN J. MCCAIG IRISH OIL

NORMAN J. MCCAIG IRISH OIL PAINTING WINTER FOREST - Norman J. McCaig, Irish, 1929 to 2001, an oil on canvas painting Snowfall, Ennis Cree, depicting a winter forest landscape, circa 1929. Signed by the artist lower left. Note: Norman McCaig came from an artistic background and was interested in painting from his school days. After studying at Belfast College of Art, he travelled to Paris to the Academy of Art Vavin where he became good friends and exhibited in 1948 with fellow Irish Joseph Sefton, set designer for Edith Piaf. He is mostly known for his landscapes, seascapes and harbour scenes where he uses rich colours applied liberally to achieve an atmospheric and dramatic effect. Norman McCaig was also a very accomplished pianist and played in many of Belfast nightspots. One of a kind artwork. European Fine Art, Landscape Paintings And Wall Decor Collectibles. Dimensions 10 x 11 4/5 in. Condition Good overall condition, signs of the wear and age.