Charles J. Bridgman Cathedral Interior Oil on Canvas 1876 Listed Artist

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This beautiful painting exudes a sense of peace and tranquility and the timelessness of the spirit. Painted in 1876, it … Read more This beautiful painting exudes a sense of peace and tranquility and the timelessness of the spirit. Painted in 1876, it transports the viewer back while reminding us that some things, the important things, never change. Oil on canvas 20" x 31". Outside frame dimensions are 27" x 38". Notice the last photo. Unfortunately, the photo is marred by reflection, but I want you to see that the canvas has been lined by a top professional conservator with a clear Mylar support. It is attached with a Beva adhesive that does no harm and is completely reversible if ever desired. The Mylar was perforated so the canvas can breathe. Over the years, when a painting was wrinkled and needed support, I had this done. It is so superior over linen because it is clear, and you can see through to the actual canvas. The painting needed very little other restoration see report below.


Charles J. Bridgman
1841-1895 Brooklyn, NY / Paris, France
Charles Bridgman was born in Tuskegee, Alabama but spent his career between Brooklyn and Paris. He frequently exhibited at the Brooklyn Art Association, The National Academy of Design, and The Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. He often portrayed the people of Brittany, Paris and New Orleans in daily life.

Condition Report

ARTIST: Charles J. Bridgman (1831-1895 Tuskegee, AL; Paris; Brooklyn)

TITLE: Cathedral Interior

SIZE: 20” x 31 1/4”

MEDIUM/SURFACE/PERIOD: oil on canvas, 1876

SIGNED: C. J. Bridgman 1876 (lower left)

LABELS: (verso, stretcher, paper label) Henry Schultheis (Frame maker’s label)

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CONDITION: Excellent

RESTORATION: Placed on a mylar support, and restretched on original stretchers. Cleaned and revarnished with minor touch-up to damaged areas totaling less than 1% of painting.

FRAME: Bronze-toned gesso over wood cove frame, possible of a slightly later date (1890- 1910) than that of painting. See less