Original 1939 German Watercolor – Alpine Landscape

A striking and atmospheric original 1939 German watercolor depicting a tranquil Alpine landscape. The composition features a flowing stream, rustic wooden bridge, and distant village nestled beneath dramatic mountain peaks — all rendered in expressive black-and-white tonal washes that create depth and quiet mood. The artwork is hand-signed and dated “JS 39,” confirming its authenticity and period origin. Of special interest to collectors, the reverse retains its original gallery label from Kunstsalon Straetz (Inh. Karl Schropp), located at Schusterstraße 20 in Freiburg, Germany. This historic “House for Art and Music” operated during the mid-20th century and adds valuable provenance and European art-market context to the piece. The painting remains housed in its original vintage silver-tone wood frame, enhancing its authentic pre-war character. Condition reflects its 80+ year age with dignity: • Light foxing consistent with age • Visible vertical paper ripple/crease (shown in photos) • Overall strong presentation with beautiful tonal contrast A genuine pre-WWII European artwork with gallery provenance — ideal for collectors of early 20th-century German art, Alpine scenes, or historically documented works. • Pick up: Seton area, Calgary. • Shipping: around Canada (Canada Post with tracking). • Payment: e-transfers and cash. • See also my other lots. Open to your questions and suggestions. If necessary, I provide additional photos. • These are not new things, so please look carefully at the photos and videos. Sizes are submitted on request and also using a tape measure in the photo. Measurements can be seen in the photos.