Richard Alan Schmid (American, 1934-2021) Sammy's Pansies, 2009 Oil on canvas 16-1/2 x 21-1/2 inches (41.9 x 54.6 cm) Signed and dated lower right: Schmid 2009 Signed, dated, titled, and inscribed on the backing board: #2945 / "Sammy's Pansies" / Richard Schmid / June 2009 PROVENANCE: Richard Schmid Fine Art Auction, Rist Canyon, Colorado, September 6, 2009, lot 53; Acquired by the present owner from the above. Richard Alan Schmid was an acclaimed American realist painter recognized for his exceptional mastery of traditional techniques and his profound ability to capture the beauty in everyday subjects. His extensive oeuvre encompasses landscapes, portraits, and notably, meticulously rendered still lifes. Influenced by Old Masters such as Diego Velázquez and John Singer Sargent, Schmid cultivated a refined style characterized by his extraordinary command of light, nuanced color harmonies, and elegant compositional structures. Sammy's Pansies exemplifies Schmid's virtuosity in still life painting. The artwork presents a delicate arrangement of pansies, meticulously executed with precision and sensitivity. Schmid’s skillful handling of light and shadow accentuates the delicate textures of petals and gracefully curving stems, infusing the flowers with vibrant life and visual depth. Known for his alla prima technique, Schmid typically completed paintings in a single session, thereby capturing an immediacy and freshness evident in this work. Schmid’s paintings have been widely exhibited and are held in numerous prestigious collections, including the Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C., and the Art Institute of Chicago. His influential legacy endures through his profound impact on contemporary realism and his ability to transform ordinary scenes into moments of extraordinary beauty, inviting viewers to contemplate and appreciate the transient elegance of nature. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice