#23 • James Belcher Oil Painting of Sunlit Alaska Mountain Valley

Part of June 2026 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $1,700.00

Status: Sold

Category: Art

An original oil painting by Alaska artist James Belcher (20th/21st century), depicting a radiant summer landscape with a winding stream flowing through a lush valley framed by towering spruce and a distant range of snow-capped mountains. Brilliant shafts of sunlight illuminate rolling hills and alpine meadows dotted with pink fireweed, while cool blues and violets in the distant peaks create remarkable atmospheric depth. Executed with rich color and confident brushwork, the composition captures the grandeur and tranquility of the Alaskan wilderness. James Belcher is known for his vivid portrayals of Alaska's landscapes and wilderness scenery, particularly dramatic mountain views and richly colored seasonal compositions. Working primarily in oil, he has devoted decades to landscape painting and has developed a style characterized by luminous light effects, strong compositions, and a peaceful, enduring quality. His works are proudly represented in private collections throughout Alaska and beyond. Signed and dated lower left, "James Belcher, 1993." Presented in a silver-toned frame measuring approximately 25.25" x 29.25" overall with a sight area of approximately 20" x 24".