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The Old Mill: A Case of Mistaken Identity

The Old Mill: A Case of Mistaken Identity

In the March 1933 Catalogue of the Sixty-first Annual Exhibition of the Ontario Society of Artists, Exhibitions by Young Canadians, Page 7, Clara’s painting The Old Mill priced at $100.00 is listed. (See Provenance Section of Site). As one of Clara’s favourite sites to paint was the Humber River in the vicinity of the Old Mill, Toronto, I mistakenly assumed that the painting exhibited in 1933 was done in that area. Adrian, a Burlington, Ontario collector proved me wrong. . A

“The Attached Scans Are Presumed to Be a 1945 Clara Harris Painting”

“The Attached Scans Are Presumed to Be a 1945 Clara Harris Painting”

These are the words of Les, an avid collector of Clara’s paintings. You might recall seeing his collection in the September 2012 visit to his home in St. Catharines, Ontaro. Les elaborates further: The painting is missing her standard signature although it does have a description on the reverse that appears to be similar to her handwriting – can you offer any further insights? The style certainly appears to be correct. Thoughts? Autumn Scene in original frame. Oil on paper bo

When Cutting the Grass Has Its Own Rewards……

When Cutting the Grass Has Its Own Rewards……

My name is Borys L. and lived on Valleyview Gardens for years. I used to cut grass for Clara Harris and she gave me one of her drawings. I’ve attached a copy. I don’t have any other details about the painting. The frame looks to be the original. Unfortunately I don’t know if Clara recorded the location on the back. If anyone recognizes the scene please let me know and I will add it to the archive. Many viewers familiar with Clara’s work believe her autumn paintings are her b

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