Hi Peter,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

Donald Burnette Gooch (American, 1907-1985)
"Scarecrow", 1947
oil on canvas
signed lower right
29 by 35 inches
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition; value assumes no inpainting, relining, tears or repairs.
PROVENANCE: from the artist's estate, thence by descent to the family/inherited
$800-1,200*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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