Linford, Charles (American/Western PA, 1846-1897), Autumn Birch Trees, undated, late 19th century, watercolor on paper, laid down to board, signed lower left, 15.25 x 10.25 inches, framed 17 x 12 inches. A rare watercolor by Linford; we could not find another one at auction in the last 20 years. Provenance: The personal collection of Gary S. Grimes, Pittsburgh. Gary was an expert on Western Pennsylvania art, and especially the Scalp Level painters. Paper appears to have been torn in two horizontally along the center before being mounted to the backing board; a triangular piece at the top edge appears to have been previously torn as well. Otherwise in generally good condition with chips along the extreme edges. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .