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Two Oxen in Winter by Maud Lewis
Estimate:
CA$20,000 - CA$25,000
Sold
CA$17,500
Live Auction
Canadiana & Decorative Arts
Size
Board: 12"H x 13.75"W.
Category
Description
Canadian. Marshalltown, Nova Scotia. Ca: 1968 Oil on beaverboard. Two Oxen in Winter by Maud Lewis. Two Oxen in Winter is a serial image that spans three decades. Lewis drew on her childhood experiences to create such adorable ‘beasts of burden’ in this Winter scene. With their enticing eyes, the oxen evoke an undeniable ‘draw’ to the admirer as well. Signed "Maud. Lewis", lower right.
Condition
Good condition. Fine parallel curvilinear scratches originate at the left shoulder of the left ox, and terminate that the lower left leg of the ox on the right. Uniform toning (possibly nicotine) as evidenced by the portion of the perimeter protected by the frame.
Medium
Oil on beaverboard.
Provenance
This work, along with 'The Three Black Cats' also offered in this sale, were purchased directly from the artist by the mother of the current owner. The winner will be provided with a letter of authenticity.
