Carl Lawless (Connecticut/PA, 1894-1964) large oil on canvas of a winter landscape with village lower right, and a large mountain in the background. Appears to retain the original gilt carved frame. Sight – 29 1/2" H x 29 1/2" W. Framed – 39 1/2" H x 39 1/2" W. Biography: Carl Lawless, an Illinois native, studied at the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and in Europe. After World War I, he moved to Pennsylvania and later, to Mystic, CT, where he co-founded the Mystic Art Association. He is best known for his landscapes and still lifes. Provenance: Knoxville, Tennessee collection. CONDITION: Painting in overall good condition. Old 2 1/4" tear/perforation close to lower right margin over roof of house. Scattered small losses to frame edges.