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"Spaced-Out Kid" by Philip Melvin
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CA$400 - CA$600
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CA$225
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Canadiana & Folk Art | The Marty Osler Collection
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"A spaced out kid" by Philip Melvin -- a pine bust sculpted on a heavy block base. Philip Melvin lived the life of a street person, creating his art with found materials and influenced by people in his everyday life -- the "spaced out kid" was likely one of them. This colourful bust has lots of character with the stringy blonde hair, wire spectacles, and red rimmed eyes, all on a white and green decorated base with artist inscription. Philip Melvin was born in Newfoundland and spent many years on the streets of Toronto and Vancouver. Dating 3rd quarter 20th century. H: 23", L: 17", W: 6". CODE:FOL