Hi David, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Hutchinson's paintings tend to bring slightly higher prices when sold in Scottish auctions, which would suggest he has a strong local following. In a comparison of works sold, his expansive exterior scenes (I would call this an intimate exterior scene) seem to be the most highly valued, though the presence of young children in your painting will be appealing on the marketplace. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: Robert Gemmell Hutchison (Scottish, 1855-1936) "The Village Shop" oil on canvas signed lower left 16 by 11 1/2 inches CONDITION: not examined out of the frame; value assumes no tears, repairs, inpainting or relining. PROVENANCE: acquired at auction $2,000-,3,000* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
