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Offered for sale is an impressive, large-scale original oil on canvas painting by American artist Michael Jacques (b. 1945), titled “Castle Builders” and dated 1992. Measuring approximately 48” x 36” on canvas and 58” x 46” overall framed, this substantial original painting presents a vibrant coastal scene of children constructing an elaborate sandcastle along a sunlit beach. Jacques uses expressive brushwork, saturated color, and strong contrasts of warm sand, cool turquoise water, and deep violet shadows to create a lively composition. The monumental sandcastle dominates the foreground while the children, shoreline, and breaking waves establish depth and movement throughout the scene. The painting is signed “M. Jacques” at the lower right. The reverse is inscribed “CASTLE BUILDERS” and “By Michael Jacques 1992,” providing direct documentation of the title, artist, and date. ⸻ ABOUT THE ARTIST Michael Jacques, also known as Michael Louis Jacques, is an American artist born in Barre, Vermont, in 1945. Jacques is known for his work as a painter, printmaker, sculptor, and illustrator. His work encompasses a broad range of subjects, including landscapes, coastal scenes, architectural compositions, and figurative imagery. His artistic career has included exhibitions and representation in institutional and secondary-market records, and his paintings and graphic works continue to appear in galleries, auctions, and private collections. “Castle Builders” exemplifies Jacques’ figurative and representational approach through its energetic handling of color, expressive surface, and observation of everyday life. ⸻ DOCUMENTED TITLE, SIGNATURE & DATE The artwork retains multiple identifying features: * Signed “M. Jacques” in the lower-right corner of the painted surface. * Inscribed “CASTLE BUILDERS” on the reverse stretcher. * Inscribed “By Michael Jacques 1992” on the reverse. These markings provide direct documentation of the artist attribution, title, and year of production. ⸻ ORIGINAL 48” x 36” ARTIST CANVAS The reverse bears the original manufacturer’s stamp: “SARRAZEN SPECIALTY ARTIST CANVAS SANTA ANA, CALIF.” The substantial 48” x 36” canvas is mounted on a heavy-duty wooden stretcher system with corner hardware. The reverse photographs clearly document the original canvas construction, manufacturer’s marking, handwritten title, artist attribution, date, and dimensions. ⸻ ARTWORK DETAILS * Artist: Michael Jacques / Michael Louis Jacques * Title: “Castle Builders” * Date: 1992 * Medium: Original Oil Painting on Canvas * Subject: Children Building a Sandcastle / Beach / Coastal Scene * Style: Figurative / Representational / Contemporary Impressionism * Signature: Signed “M. Jacques” Lower Right * Reverse Markings: “CASTLE BUILDERS” and “By Michael Jacques 1992” * Canvas Manufacturer: Sarrazen Specialty Artist Canvas, Santa Ana, California * Canvas Dimensions: Approx. 48” Width x 36” Height * Overall Framed Dimensions: Approx. 58” Width x 46” Height * Orientation: Landscape * Presentation: Framed ⸻ LARGE-SCALE STATEMENT ARTWORK At nearly five feet wide in its frame, “Castle Builders” has substantial visual presence. The unusually large 48” x 36” canvas format allows the beach scene to unfold across an expansive composition. The foreground sandcastle, figures, shoreline, and turquoise surf create a colorful and immediately recognizable coastal image. The combination of monumental scale, documented title and date, visible artist signature, and original reverse inscriptions makes this a particularly well-documented example of Jacques’ work. The painting would make a striking focal point in a large residential interior, coastal property, office, hospitality setting, or collection of American figurative and contemporary impressionist art. ⸻ CONDITION REPORT The artwork is in good pre-owned vintage condition and presents well overall. The painted surface retains strong, vibrant color and visible texture. The canvas remains mounted on its substantial original wooden stretcher structure. The large frame shows age-related surface wear, marks, scuffs, and other imperfections consistent with previous display and handling. Due to the artwork’s age, substantial dimensions, and vintage condition, buyers should carefully review all photographs for the exact condition of the painted surface, canvas, frame, stretcher, signature, inscriptions, and manufacturer’s markings. All photographs are considered an integral part of the description and condition report. ⸻ SHIPPING & DELIVERY PLEASE NOTE: This is an exceptionally large framed artwork measuring approximately 58” x 46”. Due to its substantial size, standard parcel shipping may not be practical or economical. Local pickup is welcomed. Buyer-arranged professional art transportation or freight shipping may also be accommodated. Please contact the seller prior to purchase to discuss available delivery or shipping arrangements. ====================================================================== —————————————————————— PLEASE REVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING • Veteran-Owned Small Business (U.S. Navy) • We Welcome Questions and Offers • We Buy Antiques, Collectibles & Coins — Inquire to Sell Your Collection • Shipping to AK, HI, and Territories may exceed listed rates. Please request a quote before purchase. --------------------------- ITEM CONDITION All items are sold as shown. 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