Bidspirit auction | CANADIAN FOLK ART OIL PAINTING

CANADIAN FOLK ART OIL PAINTING SIGNED MAUD LEWIS - An oil painting on board depicting a rural winter scene. Signed, Lewis, lower right. Framed. Maud Lewis, Canadian, 1903 to 1970, was a Canadian folk artist from Nova Scotia. She lived most of her life in poverty in a small house in Marshalltown, Nova Scotia. She achieved national recognition in 1964 and 1965 for her cheerful paintings of landscapes, animals and flowers, which offer a nostalgic and optimistic vision of her native province. Several books, plays and films have been produced about her. She remains one of Canadas most celebrated folk artists. Her works are displayed at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, as well as her restored house, whose walls she adorned with her art. Modernist and Contemporary Canadian Fine Art, Folk Art Paintings, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork. Dimensions Frame 11 1/4 x 13 in. Image 9 1/4 x 11 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.