{"id":105,"date":"2026-05-15T22:50:33","date_gmt":"2026-05-16T03:50:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.macdonaldgallery.com\/auctions\/?post_type=product&#038;p=105"},"modified":"2026-05-17T10:37:08","modified_gmt":"2026-05-17T15:37:08","slug":"two-rivers-sunset-serenity-oil-painting-fine-art-auction-to-benefit-friends-of-two-rivers","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.macdonaldgallery.com\/auctions\/product\/two-rivers-sunset-serenity-oil-painting-fine-art-auction-to-benefit-friends-of-two-rivers\/","title":{"rendered":"Two Rivers Sunset Serenity oil painting &#8211; Fine Art Auction to Benefit Friends of Two Rivers"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; background: #fafafa; padding: 16px 18px; margin: 0 0 22px 0;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\">Auction Quick Facts<\/h3>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Artwork:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Two Rivers Sunset Serenity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Artist:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Robert MacDonald<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Year:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Medium:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Oil on canvas<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Presentation:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Solid Wood Floater frame<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Exhibition:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Two Rivers Mansion: Timeless Passages<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Auction Type:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Charity benefit auction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Benefiting:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Friends of Two Rivers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Pickup \/ Shipping:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Pickup at Two Rivers Mansion by appointment or shipping at additional cost<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2>About the Artwork<\/h2>\n<p><em>Two Rivers Sunset Serenity<\/em> is an original oil painting by Robert MacDonald, created for his <em><strong>Two Rivers Mansion: Timeless Passages<\/strong><\/em> exhibit.<\/p>\n<p>Inspired by the confluence of the Stones and Cumberland Rivers near historic Two Rivers Mansion in Nashville, the painting reflects the warm light of sunset and the natural beauty surrounding the Mansion and nearby Stone Hall.<\/p>\n<p>Beneath the evening sky, the rivers meet and merge in natural harmony, creating a quiet visual connection between landscape, history, and community.<\/p>\n<h2>Exhibition Background<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This painting was revealed during Two Rivers Mansion\u2019s annual <em>Phil the House with Art &amp; Friends<\/em> event on May 3, 2026, where Robert MacDonald was the featured artist presenting his <em>Two Rivers Mansion: Timeless Passages<\/em> exhibition.<\/p>\n<p>The exhibition presents original works inspired by the Mansion, its grounds, its history, and the surrounding landscape.<\/p>\n<h2>Charity Benefit Auction<\/h2>\n<p>All proceeds from this auction benefit <strong>Friends of Two Rivers<\/strong>, supporting the continued preservation and stewardship of these historic sites.<\/p>\n<p>This is a timed online auction. Registered bidders may place bids through the auction platform until the auction closes. All bids are subject to the site\u2019s Auction Terms, Conditions, and Bidder Agreement.<\/p>\n<h2>Authenticity and Documentation<\/h2>\n<p>This is an original painting by Robert MacDonald. Documentation from MacDonald Gallery will accompany the artwork.<\/p>\n<p>Additional condition details, photographs, or auction questions may be requested before bidding through the auction <a href=\"https:\/\/www.macdonaldgallery.com\/auctions\/contact\/\">contact form<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Pickup and Shipping<\/h2>\n<p>The winning bidder may arrange pickup at <strong>Two Rivers Mansion in Nashville, Tennessee<\/strong> by appointment after payment has been completed and confirmed.<\/p>\n<p>Shipping or specialized art delivery may also be arranged for an additional cost. Shipping, handling, insurance, crating, or freight charges are not included in the winning bid unless specifically stated.<\/p>\n<p>Please review the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.macdonaldgallery.com\/auctions\/shipping-information\/\">Pickup and Shipping Information page<\/a> before bidding.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\n    <div class=\"auction-login-status auction-login-status-out\">\n        <strong>You must log in or register before placing a bid.<\/strong><br>\n        <a class=\"auction-login-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macdonaldgallery.com\/my-account\/\">Login \/ Register<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; background: #fafafa; padding: 12px 14px; margin: 14px 0 16px 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.45;\">\n<p><strong>How to Bid<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0;\">The dropdown shows the next available bid amount. Bids increase in $20 increments, but you may scroll to a higher bid amount if desired. 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