Bidspirit auction | AFTER ANDRE CASTAIGNE WORLDS FAIR

AFTER ANDRE CASTAIGNE WORLDS FAIR EXHIBIT OIL PAINTING - After Andre Castaigne, French, 1861 to 1929, oil painting on a wood board. After the artwork titled Sunset. Depicting a balloon with the American flag aloft over the Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893. A woman and a man are in the basket. Bears a paper label inscribed 1893, Chicago, Worlds Fire Exhibit, Hot Air Balloon, on the back side. Framed. Jean Alexandre Michel Andre Castaigne 1861 to 1929 was a French artist and engraver, a student of Jean Leon Gerome and Alexandre Cabanel. Subsequently he became a leading illustrator in the United States. He is often recalled as the original illustrator of the first edition of The Phantom of the Opera. European Paintings And Art Collectibles. THIS LOT IS ELIGIBLE FOR A 30-DAY UNCONDITIONAL RETURN FROM THE DATE OF THE SALE. RETURN SHIPPING IS THE BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY. CANCELLATIONS REQUESTED PRIOR TO THE RECEIPT OF WON LOTS WILL NOT BE HONORED. Dimensions Frame 22 3/8 x 16 1/4in. Image 16 x 10 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Chips on frame. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.