Bidspirit auction | SURREAL OIL PAINTING SIGNED GERTRUDE

SURREAL OIL PAINTING SIGNED GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE - An oil painting on masonite, depicting a Surreal scene with a cat, an owl, and doors in a night landscape, 1956. Signed, Abercrombie, and dated, lower left. Framed. Gertrude Abercrombie is known for Surreal imagery, gloves, grapes, hats, block printing. Gertrude Abercrombie was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. American Fine Art, Magical Realism Paintings, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork. Dimensions Frame 11 x 13 in. Image 8 x 10 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.