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Snake Charmer Sketch by Collins Eisenhauer
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Snake Charmer Sketch by Collins Eisenhauer
Estimate:
CA$600 - CA$900
Sold
CA$225
Live Auction
Folk Art
ARTIST
Collins Eisenhauer (1898-1979) was as a primitive artist hailing from Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia. After retiring in 1964, he embarked on a second career as a sculptor, starting with painted wooden carvings of geese, water birds, and people displayed on his lawn. Eisenhauer remained undiscovered until the early 1970s when antique dealers noticed his sculptures. Initially, he used the name "Collins Eisener" for privacy, but upon catching the attention of Chris Huntington, a prominent figure in Nova Scotia folk art, he adopted "Collins Eisenhauer." His work evolved to encompass topical and classical themes, often inspired by classical narratives, reflecting society's attitudes. His legacy endures in esteemed institutions like the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and the Canadian Museum of Civilization, as well as private collections worldwide.
Size
Sight: 9.75" x 7.75". Frame: 14.5" x 12.5" x 0.75".
Category
Paintings & Drawings
Description
Nova Scotia. C. 1970. An original pencil drawing of a "Snake Charmer" by Nova Scotia master Collins Eisenhauer (1898 - 1979). Signed on the lower front and mounted in an early damaged frame. Signed, at bottom centre. Titled, "Snake Charmer".
Medium
Pencil on paper.
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