This is a rare Artist’s Proof (A/P) print by American artist Ann Otis, known for her distinctive use of watercolor and ink to create rich, textured scenes that reflect cultural storytelling and community life. The piece vividly depicts a lively indoor scene, with a group of people immersed in a card game, surrounded by vibrant domestic details – from the rooster on the floor to the woman in red holding a bowl of fruit. The expressions and posture of the characters are full of personality, bringing warmth and narrative depth to the composition. Medium : Watercolor & ink (mixed media print). Signed : Signed “Ann Otis” in pencil (lower left and right). Condition : Fine – no visible damage or fading. Style : African American Folk Art, Narrative Figurative. A true conversation piece that reflects Otis’s unique voice and visual rhythm. Great for collectors of folk or outsider art. Ann Otis is a watercolor and ink artist currently based in Phoenix, Arizona.

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