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Collins Eisenhauer Bluejays on a Limb
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Collins Eisenhauer Bluejays on a Limb
Estimate:
CA$900 - CA$1,200
Sold
CA$1,000
Live Auction
Post-War Canadian 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
12.75" x 9" x 8".
Category
Folk Art
Description
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. Early 1970s. Blue Jays on a Limb clearly demonstrates Collins Eisenhauer's (1898 - 1979) talent for carving birds. The wings especially are so nicely done. His command, in wood, of the bird's anatomy is remarkable as is his touch with a paint brush. One can still tell, at a glance that this is the work of gifted folk artist working in wood. Tagged by artist underneath.
Condition
Very good condition. Good paint with some flaking and wear to wings. The bluejay facing opposite has an applied plaster beak with crack. Another blue jay has minor loss to the tip of beak with natural pressure splits through the head. Legs have been stabilized with glue.
Medium
Carved wood and paint.
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