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The Al and Carol Cali Collection

Sun, Jan 18, 2026 04:00PM EST - Sun, Feb 1, 2026 04:00PM EST
Lot 235

Meyer Straus (California, 1831-1905) Painting, Reminiscence of the Plains

Estimate: $500 - $1,000
Sold for
$1,300
Sold Price excludes BP

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Meyer Straus (California, 1831-1905) oil on board painting, Reminiscence of the Plains. Meyer Strauss’ works are held by the Oakland Museum, the California Historical Society, and the Nevada Museum. At only 17 years old he immigrated from Bavaria to the United States in 1848 and worked and painted in Ohio, New Orleans, Chicago, and then California, where he lived in San Francisco. In 1876 he opened a Montgomery Street studio. He was known for his still lifes, California missions, and Northern California landscapes.Includes the original purchase receipt from Christopher Queen Galleries. Signed ‘M. Straus’ on circular painting lower rightDimensions: 13.75” x 11.5” framed. 9.5” x 7.25” sightPickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

Condition

Not examined out of frame. No evidence of restoration or infill under black light.