This is a wonderful limited edition canvas print by renowned artist, Rod Chase. It is titled ” Liberty’s Light ” and is signed and sequentially numbered 14/295. Rod Chase personally hand-signed and hand-numbered each print, including this one. You can see this in the bottom-left corner of this painting. On the bottom of the frame is a metal nameplate with “LIBERTY’S LIGHT Rod Chase ” engraved. The piece is handsomely framed as shown. The canvas print will be mailed in this frame as shown. The Painting comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Gallery (Norfolk Gallery, located in Norfolk, Virginia) in the early 2000’s. Comes from a smoke free home. The canvas is 30″ X 20″. It is not always easy, but I’ve found the National Archives to be a treasure trove – especially for early photos of Washington. I especially enjoyed working out how to feature the gas lights. Although the Capitol dome was lighted by electricity in 1919, the lamps outside were gas, giving the whole scene a misty, moody glow. ” –Rod Chase when asked about the work, “Liberty’s Light. As one of todays finest and most recognized photorealist painters, Rod Chase has earned the highest respect of his peers and the admiration of legions of collectors. Each painting from the artists easel is a masterpiece created from extensive research and numerous photographs of each of his subjects. This technique, along with the aid of historical photographs, results in a timeless quality in each of Chases works. In his quest for mystique, accuracy, and a true sense of history, Chase does extensive research. His travels have led him from New York and Washington, D. To Colorado and California and finally to Italy in a never-ending search to obtain materials and photography for new paintings. Chase works with acrylics on canvas, spending hundreds of hours on each painting with the ultimate goal of presenting a fresh, unique, and elegant approach to familiar subjects. The detail in each painting is remarkable, but the mood each is equally impressive. Chase is acknowledged as a master of breathtaking scenes depicting our countrys natural and historical treasures. He has painted images of such famous landmarks as The White House, the Capitol, and the Supreme Court building to name a few. As a naturalized citizen, he felt honored as well as professionally challenged to paint these subjects. Chase also paints magnificent foreign landscapes. His travels in Italy inspired him to paint St. Peters Basilica and the romantic canals of Venice. The artists outstanding talent in his use of light is evident in “The Glory of San Pietro and “The Mists of Morning. Without traveling to these world-famous locales, the viewer is able to feel as if the scene is unfolding before them in person. Rising early to photograph the dramatic light of sunrise or awaiting the soft, moody glow of sunset, Chase captures the emotion and direction in which he will paint his subject. The artist will continue to create elegant, awe-inspiring scenes by combining antique and modern photographs with just the right touch of artistic license. Rod Chase is represented by Greenhouse Gallery of Fine Art in San Antonio, Texas. He is published exclusively by Somerset Fine Art. Chase, a native of Canada, and his wife live with their five children in the Texas Hill Country. In 1999, he became a United States citizen. Please note: In the event of a problem, please contact me immediately and first as there are very few issues that cant be resolved. Please view all pictures carefully as they are part of the description. The item “ROD CHASE Limited Edition LIBERTY’S LIGHT 30X20 Signed & Numbered 14/295 COA” is in sale since Friday, March 20, 2015. This item is in the category “Art\Art Prints”. The seller is “edi2004″ and is located in Carrollton, Virginia. This item can be shipped to United States, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Panama, Jamaica, Bangladesh, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Nicaragua, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Viet nam, Uruguay, Canada, South africa, Colombia, Barbados, Bermuda, Cayman islands, Maldives, Oman, Reunion, Sri lanka, China, Switzerland, Brazil, Philippines, Ukraine.
- Signed: Signed
- Edition Type: Limited Edition
- Listed By: Art Collector
- Date of Creation: 2000-Now
- Features: Framed
- Print Surface: Canvas