Description: This is gorgeous and charming Antique African American Black Folk Art Doll Toy Still Life Oil Painting on artist board, depicting a small African American doll as the central image, surrounded by a toy horse and spinning top in the lower right. This doll was created by Norah Wellings (1926 - 1960,) and was produced in England. This work is signed and dated: "Clara Fahrenkrug 1938" in the lower right. The subject matter of this piece is very uncommon, especially in the early stages of the American Jim Crow laws that were in full, terribly effect during the 1930's. I could not find much biographical information on this artist, but perhaps you know more about her or her work? A notation on the verso reads: "Clara Fahrenkrug. 5050 Jarvis. Skogie, Ill." This painting is rendered in a soft, and well detailed manner that is representative of the American Impressionist palette and technique. Approximately 16 1/2 x 22 1/2 inches (including frame.) Actual visible artwork is approximately 13 1/2 x 19 1/2 inches. Good condition for 70+ years of age, with some very light edge wear to the original period frame. This rare work would be the perfect addition to a discerning African American doll collection or Black Americana collector. Please check out my other listings for more wonderful and unique artworks!
Price: 975 USD
Location: Orange, California
End Time: 2024-02-25T21:41:13.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Size: Medium
Region of Origin: California, USA
Artist: Clara Fahrenkrug
Production Technique: Oil Painting
Framing: Framed
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Style: Americana, Black Folk Art, Folk Art
Item Height: 22 1/2
Item Width: 16 1/2 in
Material: Oil, Artist Board
Time Period Produced: 1925-1949
Type: Painting
Subject: Dolls, Girls, Horse, Still Life, Toys & Games
Signed: Yes
Signed By: Clara Fahrenkrug
Year of Production: 1938
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
