Hi, I am new to this site and would appreciate any help with this piece.. . I purchased this comical painting from an estste sale last summer because I liked it, but would love some history or to know exactly who this artist is if possible. Does anyone recognize this signature or paintint? Thanks a bunch

This looks like your guy --

James Wright - Artist, Fine Art, Auction Records, Prices, Biography for James Couper Wright (http://www.askart.com/askart/w/james_couper_wright/james_couper_wright.aspx)

Check with your local library to get any of the books mention or perhaps more bio information in Who Was Who or Current Biography or in an art biography set or database.