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Fishing Boats in Harbour by Maud Lewis
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Fishing Boats in Harbour by Maud Lewis
Estimate:
CA$18,000 - CA$23,000
Sold
CA$20,000
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; 9" x 12".
Category
Art
Description
Marshalltown, Nova Scotia. Late 1950s. This early and unusual Maud Lewis harbour scene features colourful dwellings and fishing boats in harmony as gulls enjoy their Maritime playground. The harbour depicted was likely close to Maud's home. Signed "Lewis" at lower right.
Condition
In overall very good condition. There are two spots of yellow staining (possibly adhesive) above each dwelling in the background. Minor flaking at the lower left corner. Some wear to the upper left corner.
Medium
Mixed media on pulpboard (beaver board).
Provenance
Purchased directly from the artist by a descendent of the owner.
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