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A charming and evocative piece of American outsider and folk art – an oil on canvas painting depicting a rural farmhouse scene set in what appears to be the Caribbean or the American South. Workers are shown slaughtering an animal beside a white clapboard farmhouse with a vivid teal tin roof, surrounded by palm trees, a wooden fence, and the raw textures of agricultural life. Painted in a naive style that is the hallmark of self-taught outsider artists, the work has an immediacy and authenticity that academic painting rarely achieves. The composition is lively and detailed – figures engaged in labor, the drama of the slaughter rendered in bold reds against earthy tones, the tropical setting conveying both the beauty and the gritty reality of island farm life. The piece is housed in a warm-toned wood frame that suits the rustic subject matter well. Measures approximately 13″ x 8″ inside frame. Medium: Oil on canvas. Style: Outsider / Folk Art / Naive Art. Subject: Caribbean or Southern U. Farm scene with figures, farmhouse, palm trees. Frame: Original wood frame included. Signature: Unsigned (as is common with outsider and self-taught folk artists). Condition: Good with provisos – colors bright, consistent with age, minor wear to frame, canvas is wavy inside frame. The painting itself is intact with good color retention. The wood frame shows age-appropriate wear. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing. Will be carefully bubble-wrapped and boxed for safe transit. Unsigned outsider and folk art paintings from African American artists of the American South and Caribbean have become increasingly sought after by serious collectors. Works in this naive tradition – depicting everyday rural and agricultural life – represent an important and often underdocumented chapter in American art history.

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An artist with great talent and referred to as the Grandma Mosses of the south. The painting is in great condition the frame is vintage and has some nicks, but the painting looks good in it.

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Here is a painting of a mother and daughter seated with books in front of the type of setting most popular around 1815 or so. An architectural column and flowing red drapery are the backdrop of this setting, with the two subjects seated at a table. This painting has a good deal of cracquelure and age showing, there are some losses as well. A while ago I had it cleaned and re-varnished to secure everything to the canvas. Canvas size is 17″ x 13″.

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Overview : ACRYLIC ON CANVAS. SIGNED ON THE BACK AS SHOWN. THESE ARE ORIGINAL PAINTINGS. Measurements : IMAGE 9 BY 12 INCHES. FRAMED 12 BY 15 INCHES. Thank you for visiting!!

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An artist with great talent and referred to as the Grandma Mosses of the south. The painting is in great condition the frame is vintage and has some nicks, but the painting looks good in it.

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The product is a small oil painting by artist Rommel L. Originating from El Salvador. The painting depicts a South American Spanish village scene, showcasing a folk art style with a one-of-a-kind, hand-painted touch. Signed by the artist, this original piece on canvas captures the essence of a traditional Spanish town community in South America, making it a unique and culturally significant addition to any art collection. 1960’S -1970’S ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING ON PRIMED LINEN. IN GOOD CONDITION FOR AGE WITH AGE AND TIME LINES ON THE CANVAS. 7 3/4″ HIGH X 9 1/4″ WIDE.

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This is a 100% original, one-of-a-kind painting, hand-painted by me and signed. There are no prints or reproductions -once this piece sells, it is gone. Size: 14 x 11 inches. Medium: Acrylic on canvas. Signature: Signed by artist. This artwork focuses on expression, color, and emotion rather than realism. It is meant to feel alive, intuitive, and human -a bold focal point for a modern space. Home or studio walls. Art collectors who love expressive work. This is an original painting, not a print. Colors may vary slightly due to screen settings. Thank you for supporting original art. Up For Sale: A One-Of-A-kind Handmade Original Painting by Contemporary Artist Bretta Perry Rowell. This Painting is NOT framed. See Example Photo and send me a message if interested. Medium: 14×11 Inch Acrylic on canvas. ? Optional Framing Upgrade. Message after winning if you’d like framing added to your order. I want you to feel emotionally connected to the piece you receive. If there is any issue upon arrival, please contact me – I stand behind my work and my collectors. Thank you for supporting original, independently created fine art.

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An artist with great talent and referred to as the Grandma Mosses of the south. The painting is in great condition the frame is vintage and has some nicks, but the painting looks good in it.

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This is a striking set of three vintage onyx stone slab paintings, each hand-painted and signed by the artist Omar. Mounted on their original stone bases, these pieces are as solid as they are dramatic, weighing approximately 19 lbs total before packing. Each stone slab is designed to be freestanding and displays on its original stone base (not wall-mounted). Centerpiece: Chief Wolf Robe Southern Cheyenne, c. His historic likeness has inspired many artworks and photographs. Additional Slabs: One male and one female portrait, likely inspired by early Native American studio photography, which was commonly used by Southwestern artists. Medium: Hand-painted on polished onyx (stone slabs). Signed: Omar (all three pieces). Handmade: Yes – Original works of art. Dimensions: See photos for approx. 19 lbs total (before packing). Era: Likely 1970s-1990s Southwestern folk art market. Vintage condition with visible signs of age. The Chief Wolf Robe slab shows scratches, scuffs, and small areas of paint loss, mostly along the lower edge where the slab sits in its base (see close-ups). No major cracks or structural damage. Please review all photos carefully. These are handmade, signed originals, not reproductions or prints. The artist Omar is not a documented Native American artisan; therefore these are offered as Native-inspired Southwestern folk art, not as authentic Native American-made art. A rare opportunity to own a complete signed set of three Omar onyx slab paintings, featuring Chief Wolf Robe as the centerpiece. Perfect for Southwestern décor, rustic lodge interiors, cabin style, or folk art collections. These are heavy stone artworks approx. 19 lbs before packing.

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Beautiful pair of 1930s oil on canvas paintings of a Native American man and woman. Done by tattoo artist Alfred Gagnon as they came with paintings from the rest of his estate. Take a look at the pictures for size.

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