John Austin Sands Monks (IL/MA, 1850-1917) oil on canvas landscape painting of sheep and chickens in pasture, some sheep resting under hay wagon. Ocean to far right. Signed "J.A.S. Monks" lower left. Brass nameplate to center lower frame molding. Arts and Crafts gilt frame likely original. Sight – 21 3/8" H x 26 1/4" W. Framed – 31 3/4" H x 36 7/8" W. American, late 19th/early 20th century. CONDITION: Painting in very good condition. Minor surface grime to glass and 2 1/2" long loss of molding to frame right front edge. Frame with other smaller losses, mostly at corners.