Frederic Marlett Bell-Smith
Frederic Marlett Bell-Smith (1855-1939) was a Canadian painter known for his Impressionistic style and vivid depictions of Canadian landscapes and urban scenes. Active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, he contributed to the Canadian art scene with works that captured the beauty of the natural world and the vibrancy of city life. His painting 'Lights of a City Street' is among the notable pieces featured in the Hudson’s Bay art auction.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
One of the most important pieces by a Canadian painter in the collection, Lights of a City Street by Frederic Marlett Bell-Smith, attracted brisk bidding.
At Hudson’s Bay art auction, prospective buyers vie for a piece of history
Canada· 2025-11-20
Frederic Marlett Bell-Smith's Lights of a City Street is part of the art destined for the upcoming Hudson's Bay auction.
Hudson’s Bay will auction off thousands of art pieces and artifacts. Here’s how you can get a piece of the historyCanada· 2025-10-15
Another prominent item in the sale includes Lights of a City Street by Canadian Frederic Marlett Bell-Smith, an 1894 painting showing a street scene in downtown Toronto.
Winston Churchill painting among Hudson’s Bay art collection up for saleCanada· 2025-10-10
