This masterfully animalistic painting with a elk family on the edge of the forest was executed by listed German animalist Wilhelm (Willi) Lorenz (Cologne 1901 - 1981). For other paintings by the same artist see item no. 2846, 3622, 3826, 3828, 3830 and 4212 on our web-site. Inscription: signed lower left, on the backside of the canvas inscribed in German: "Elfe" (in English: Elks). Technique: oil on canvas. Gallery frame. Measurements: unframed w 39 3/4" x h 23 7/8" (101 x 60,5 cm),framed w 44 7/8" x h 28 1/2" (114 x 72,5 cm ). Condition: in very good condition. Shipping: due to the oversize only by shipping firms or road courier.