Nineteenth Century Folk Art Still Life Painted on Velvet, Watermelon on Platter

Probably New England

A soulful and honest effort that likely proudly hung in the young artist's family dining room. Slices of watermelon and a knife defying gravity within a scalloped-edge platter.

Date: Mid-19th Century

Measurement: Frame: 18" x 21.5"; view: 14" x 17.5"

Material: Watercolor on brushed cotton [velvet]; walnut frame with gilt liner.

Condition: Very good, as expected, typical toning and fading.

$2,125

SKU: 1344-76

For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.

Please click on images to expand.