Tom Guo Original 1995 Oil Painting “Unfinished Woo

Updated September 18, 2026

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Lot number138
Estimate50.00 - 100.00 USD
CategoryFine Art & Prints
AuctionOctober Art & Collectibles- 2-DAY Auction
DateOctober 4, 2026 at 11:00 PM EDT
Auction houseOakwood Auctions
LocationStouffville

Offered here is a captivating original oil painting titled “Unfinished Woodhouse” by contemporary artist Tom Guo, dated 1995 and measuring 24" x 26" on canvas. This haunting lakeside scene blends classical realism with a subtle surreal edge, inviting the viewer into a narrative that feels both nostalgic and unsettling. Painted with warm, golden tones and long, late-afternoon shadows, the central wooden house stands beside still water beneath a leafless tree - its reflection rippling gently in a waterlogged foreground. A smaller outbuilding or boathouse appears in the distance, hinting at isolation or abandonment.<br>Upon closer examination, the painting reveals a mysterious and unnerving detail: a ghostly figure appears to be peering through the front window, rendered with suggestive brushwork that evokes curiosity and unease. Whether intentional or coincidental, this adds a compelling layer of surrealism that makes this piece uniquely memorable and ripe for interpretation.<br>The reverse of the canvas is clearly inscribed by the artist:<br>Unfinished Woodhouse, 24” x 26”, TOM GUO, 1995<br>This original work is in excellent condition, with strong color retention and no visible wear to the canvas or stretcher bars. The title “Unfinished Woodhouse” suggests an intentional artistic incompleteness - either thematically or structurally - that enhances the aura of mystery. The painterly technique, interplay of light, and subtle psychological undertones would appeal to collectors of both realist landscapes and modern narrative art.<br>This is a rare and one-of-a-kind signed original painting by an artist whose mysterious, possibly regional legacy adds to the work’s intrigue. Given the strong composition, unique atmospheric mood, and the possibility of supernatural symbolism, this piece would make a striking centerpiece in any contemporary or traditional art collection. <br> <br>

Tom Guo Original 1995 Oil Painting “Unfinished Woo

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