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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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The is a medium-sized painting titled “Robins” Robin birds painting by artist John Sperry 2026, measuring 24″W x 8″H in his contemporary folk art style. This one-of-a-kind piece features whimsical birds and flowers in a colorful, naive art style. The painting is created with oils on wood, showcasing the artist’s self-taught talent and unique perspective. It is signed by John Sperry and can be personalized, making it a special addition to any art collection with its Southern primitive charm. Outsider art Original Primitive Raw Brut Folk Art painting Oils on wood. Original folk art painting by Southern Folk Artist John Sperry. Has great colors & is ready for hanging to enjoy, signed and dated! Thank you Very Much! WELCOME TO JOHN SPERRY’S ART. MY PAINTINGS ARE CREATED WITH OIL PASTELS AND ACRYLICS ON WOOD AND FRAMED IN WOOD. I PAINT SUBJECTS WHICH SPEAK TO ME. I MAINLY USE BRIGHT COLORS AND INCORPORATE MY FEELINGS INTO THE PAINTINGS. HUMOR IS EVIDENT IN MANY OF MY WORKS AND WITHOUT IT LIFE WOULD BE OH SO DULL. I DO NOT BELIEVE IN POLITICAL CORRECTNESS BUT I DO NOT INTEND TO OFFEND ANYONE. MY ART HAS THE ABILITY TO MAKE PEOPLE LAUGH AND SMILE AND THIS MAY PERHAPS BE THE GREATEST QUALITY OF IT. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO VIEW AND ENJOY MY PAINTINGS. This Great Colorful painting is signed on the right front corner, & ready for hanging to enjoy! ARTIST RETAINS ALL RIGHTS TO IMAGES AND ARTWORK EVEN AFTER SALE. No Use of my works without written consent from me, the artist…

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Offered here is this original southern folk painting by Mary Greene. It features the scene of a moonshiners operation with an inscription on the backside. It is in good condition with minor wear from previous display. Measures 20″ x 17″. Please see all photos for more information on condition. If you’re interested in this, please see our other auctions for similar items!

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Offered here is this original southern folk painting by Mary Greene. It features the scene of a moonshiners operation with an inscription on the backside. It is in good condition with minor wear from previous display. Measures 20″ x 17″. Please see all photos for more information on condition. If you’re interested in this, please see our other auctions for similar items!

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Colorful and innocent, this lovely work will be a beautiful addition to your original art collection. Measures 9″ x 12″.

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Another day in the long ago south. Parents working while the kids are playing. Framed measurements are 10 1/2 x 12 1/2.

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The painting is a medium-sized contemporary folk art painting by artist John Sperry, featuring a Southern primitive style with a focus on blackbirds and floral elements. The painting, titled “Crow Chorus, ” is signed by the artist and is an original work created in 2025. It is framed and made with oils on wood, showcasing the unique and expressive style of John Sperry’s folk art. This handmade piece is a single original creation, making it a valuable addition to any art collection. Outsider Original Primitive Raw Brut Folk Art painting Oils on wood. Fun, Wonderful, Whimsical, and Colorful Bird, Blackbirds and flowers. Blackbirds and flowers painting. Crows and Flowers, colorful fun piece! 12″ H x 36″ W x 1 D thick/deep. Original folk art painting by Southern Folk Artist John Sperry. If your interested in more you can look through the listings. This fun piece would make a wonderful piece of Folk Art for your Collection! Has great colors & is ready for hanging to enjoy, signed and dated! Thank you Very Much! WELCOME TO JOHN SPERRY’S ART. MY PAINTINGS ARE CREATED WITH OIL PASTELS AND ACRYLICS ON WOOD, CANVAS OR HIGH QUALITY MIXED MEDIA PAPER. THE PAINTINGS ON PAPER ARE FRAMED AND THE LARGER ONES ARE ALSO MATTED. I PAINT SUBJECTS WHICH SPEAK TO ME. I MAINLY USE BRIGHT COLORS AND INCORPORATE MY FEELINGS INTO THE PAINTINGS. HUMOR IS EVIDENT IN MANY OF MY WORKS AND WITHOUT IT LIFE WOULD BE OH SO DULL. I DO NOT BELIEVE IN POLITICAL CORRECTNESS BUT I DO NOT INTEND TO OFFEND ANYONE. MY ART HAS THE ABILITY TO MAKE PEOPLE LAUGH AND SMILE AND THIS MAY PERHAPS BE THE GREATEST QUALITY OF IT. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO VIEW AND ENJOY MY PAINTINGS. This Great Colorful painting is signed on the right front corner, & ready for hanging to enjoy! ARTIST RETAINS ALL RIGHTS TO IMAGES AND ARTWORK EVEN AFTER SALE. No Use of my works without written consent from me, the artist…

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The artwork titled “Talking Heads” medium-sized painting created by artist John Sperry 2025 in the contemporary folk art style. This unique piece features portraits of heads in a brut art style, showcasing Sperry’s signature modern folk art approach. The painting is made with oils, oil pastels, and acrylic on wood, framed and signed by the artist. This original work of art is a personalized and handmade representation of outsider art, reflecting Sperry’s distinctive aesthetic and technique. Measuring 24″ in height and 18″ in width and 1deep. Outsider art Original Primitive Raw Brut Folk Art painting Oils on wood, folk art painting by Southern Folk Artist John Sperry. Has great colors & is ready for hanging to enjoy, signed and dated! Thank you Very Much! WELCOME TO JOHN SPERRY’S ART. MY PAINTINGS ARE CREATED WITH OIL PASTELS AND ACRYLICS ON WOOD, CANVAS OR HIGH QUALITY MIXED MEDIA PAPER. THE PAINTINGS ON PAPER ARE FRAMED AND THE LARGER ONES ARE ALSO MATTED. I PAINT SUBJECTS WHICH SPEAK TO ME. I MAINLY USE BRIGHT COLORS AND INCORPORATE MY FEELINGS INTO THE PAINTINGS. HUMOR IS EVIDENT IN MANY OF MY WORKS AND WITHOUT IT LIFE WOULD BE OH SO DULL. I DO NOT BELIEVE IN POLITICAL CORRECTNESS BUT I DO NOT INTEND TO OFFEND ANYONE. MY ART HAS THE ABILITY TO MAKE PEOPLE LAUGH AND SMILE AND THIS MAY PERHAPS BE THE GREATEST QUALITY OF IT. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO VIEW AND ENJOY MY PAINTINGS. This Great Colorful painting is signed on the right front corner, & ready for hanging to enjoy! ARTIST RETAINS ALL RIGHTS TO IMAGES AND ARTWORK EVEN AFTER SALE. No Use of my works without written consent from me, the artist…

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Offered here is this original southern folk painting by Mary Greene. It features the scene of a moonshiners operation with an inscription on the backside. It is in good condition with minor wear from previous display. Measures 20″ x 17″. Please see all photos for more information on condition. If you’re interested in this, please see our other auctions for similar items!

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This large contemporary folk art painting measuring 30×30 inches in height and width and 1.5 inches deep. Titled “Textured Flowers Painting’Blue Sky’s'” is a unique piece created by artist John Sperry in 2021. The artwork features a colorful depiction of flowers, showcasing elements of contemporary folk art, naïve art, and outsider art. The painting is done in oils and oil pastels on stretched canvas framed with backing, highlighting Sperry’s signature style as a self-taught artist from the US Southeast region. The piece is signed by the artist and personalized, adding to its originality and charm. Outsider art Original Primitive Raw Brut Folk Art painting Oils on Stretched Canvas, folk art painting by Southern Folk Artist John Sperry. This piece went from easel to our walls to enjoy now ready for it’s forever home. Has great colors & is ready for hanging to enjoy, signed and dated! Thank you Very Much! WELCOME TO JOHN SPERRY’S ART. MY PAINTINGS ARE CREATED WITH OIL PASTELS AND ACRYLICS ON WOOD, CANVAS OR HIGH QUALITY MIXED MEDIA PAPER. THE PAINTINGS ON PAPER ARE FRAMED AND THE LARGER ONES ARE ALSO MATTED. I PAINT SUBJECTS WHICH SPEAK TO ME. I MAINLY USE BRIGHT COLORS AND INCORPORATE MY FEELINGS INTO THE PAINTINGS. HUMOR IS EVIDENT IN MANY OF MY WORKS AND WITHOUT IT LIFE WOULD BE OH SO DULL. I DO NOT BELIEVE IN POLITICAL CORRECTNESS BUT I DO NOT INTEND TO OFFEND ANYONE. MY ART HAS THE ABILITY TO MAKE PEOPLE LAUGH AND SMILE AND THIS MAY PERHAPS BE THE GREATEST QUALITY OF IT. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO VIEW AND ENJOY MY PAINTINGS. This Great Colorful painting is signed on the right front corner, & ready for hanging to enjoy! ARTIST RETAINS ALL RIGHTS TO IMAGES AND ARTWORK EVEN AFTER SALE. No Use of my works without written consent from me, the artist…

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