Guess what? I finally found a painting with a legible signature. :-)

[artslinger]

This is a very nice one, it is oil on a professional board. The tag on the back is from a company from the 1800s. Even though legible, I have not found anything about the artist. Based on the scene, would you say it's a Dutch scene, or maybe French? As always, the greatest of thanks to all of you! With sincere appreciation .

rja

 

[GibH]

Based on the company address, I'd say Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Dutch and Germans still thatched roofs in the 1800's. It's an old grist mill.

 

[kingskid1611]

I like the look of it. Old school, Congrats on the find.

 

[JimDon]

Cool painting but the real prize is the frame. That is a great period frame and might be worth more than the painting. It does look like some missing pieces but it is still a great one.