A Rare Original by Canadian Landscape Painter James Knighton
This signed original oil painting captures a historic stone mill beside a river in full autumn colour — a hallmark subject of James Knighton's celebrated body of work. Rich, textured brushwork brings the scene to life with the quiet authority of a painter who spent decades documenting Ontario's rural landscapes.
About the Artist
James Knighton (1921–2015) was a Canadian landscape painter renowned for his evocative depictions of Ontario wilderness and rural scenes — from Algonquin to Grimsby. His palette knife and brushwork techniques give each piece a distinctive, tactile quality that collectors prize.
Condition & Dimensions
Condition: Excellent
Artwork: 24 × 18 inches
Framed: 29½ × 23¾ inches
Medium: Original oil on board, framed in wood.
Origin: Canada