This intimate oil on board, signed and dated 1922 by Beerholz, captures the quiet poetry of a mountain road winding past rustic cottages toward a distant alpine horizon. Painted in a soft, atmospheric palette, the scene blends earthy browns, muted greens, and a veil of golden light that hints at sunset beyond the peaks.
At just 3.5” × 5”, the work’s diminutive scale invites close viewing, drawing the eye to the hand-rendered textures of the trees, the gentle curve of the road, and the sloping red roofs nestled in the valley. The original gilt frame, with its time-worn patina, complements the painting’s age and character.
The reverse reveals an intriguing detail: the artist repurposed a printed board dating from 1908 as the support, a practice common among early 20th-century painters working resourcefully with available materials. This adds both provenance interest and a sense of authentic period craftsmanship.
