Original vintage oil on canvas depicting a military procession moving through a dramatic forest landscape.

The painting features bold expressive brushwork and vivid contrasting colors with strong expressionist and post-impressionist influence. Figures in military uniforms, horse riders, and artillery are partially obscured by towering red-toned trees, creating a striking atmospheric composition.

Lower left inscription appears to read:

“For my nephew Paul with the artist’s love”

and dated:

“XMAS 1972”

Signed/initialed lower left (appears to read JHS or similar).

Presented in an attractive vintage frame.

Framed size: 82 x 58 cm (approx. 32.3 x 22.8 inches)

Actual artwork / canvas size: 73 x 50 cm (approx. 28.7 x 19.7 inches)

Condition

Good vintage condition overall with age-related wear:

minor surface wear

some craquelure and paint texture consistent with age

frame has scuffs and wear

canvas and stretcher appear stable

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