Christmas Day 1857, After John Ritchie (1821-1879) [ This fine example painted accurately around 1920-30�s to same scale after the artists original of 1857 ]-AUCTION SALE RECORDS FOR ORIGINALSJohn Ritchie (fl. 1857-1875)Winter, St James''s Park, LondonSize 30 x 50 � in. (76.2 x 128.9 cm.)-PRICE REALISEDGBP 137,000EstimateGBP 100,000 � GBP 150,00014 Dec 2016( See one but last Image of an original by artist )-Christies Auction Link :[ COPY & PASTE INTO GOOGLE BROWSER ]-https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-6048678-Our example whilst an early 20th century later rendition, is of very good quality and a substantial-sized oil painting on canvas depicting a wonderful winter snow covered landscape scene with local people gathering at the church for the festive carol service on Christmas Day, 1857.[ SEE ORIGINAL PAINTING LAST IMAGE ]-The exceptionally well-executed painting was taken from an original work by British listed artist John Ritchie (1821-1879).-As a very favourable artist during the 19th century, Richie specialized in such amazing scenes.Indeed, he titled this particular work ''''Christmas Day, 1857''''.-The example on offer was painted during the 1930s by a follower of the artist.-Artist John Ritchie (1857 - 1875) was a genre painter who exhibited at the RA and elsewhere. Usually his scenes were imaginary and used 16 / 17th C costumes in a panoramic style. His masterpiece is considered to be: [Summer Day in Hyde Park] -It is an extremely faithful example and it has the appearance and feel of a much earlier work, such as the quality of the painting and the fabulous attention to detail.-It is mounted within the beautiful original and substantial-sized giltwood and gesso scrolled frame.-This painting will be the main centre of attraction on any wall that you choose to place it.Attributes:-CONDITIONThe painting...