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Fishing Boats Docked at Harbour by Maud Lewis
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Fishing Boats Docked at Harbour by Maud Lewis
Estimate:
CA$16,000 - CA$20,000
Sold
CA$18,000
Live Auction
Canadian Folk Art
ARTIST
Maud Lewis (1901–1970) has become one of Canada’s most renowned artists, the subject of numerous monographs, novels, plays, documentaries, and even a feature film. She was born into relative comfort and obscurity, and died in poverty, though enjoying national fame. She overcame severe physical challenges to create a unique artistic style, and sparked a boom in folk art in her home province of Nova Scotia. Though she rarely left her tiny house, her works have travelled around the world, and in the decades since her death, she has become an iconic figure, a symbol of Nova Scotia, and a beloved character in the popular imagination.
Size
Board: 13" x 13.75".
Category
Art
Description
Marshalltown, Nova Scotia. Early 1960s. The simplicity and strong graphic presence of this Maud Lewis harbour scene image is striking. Here, Maud depicts two fishing boats tied to the wharf next to two barrels on the dock, with yachts in the distance. In this rare vantage point of the harbour, balance is perfectly achieved. Signed "Lewis" at lower right. The irregular size of the board suggests that this work is among Lewis' earlier works.
Condition
In overall good condition. Some areas with toning and stain. There are remnants of masking tape to the reverse perimeter.
Medium
Mixed media on pulpboard (beaver board).
Provenance
Purchased directly from the artist by a descendent of the owner.
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