I always enjoyed looking at these two paintings and wondered about who these girls were. Who was the donor? Could that person or their family shine any light on the provenance of the paintings? I'd love to attend a session on folk art paintings. Perhaps people would like to share images of any folk art paintings they have.
I always thought those two were twins. Now, because I was prompted to look at the portraits in a different way, I don't think they are. Sisters, perhaps?
Engaging discussion of ACHC portraits, itinerant painters and Rufus Porter - an amazing renaissance man. I had heard that some itinerant painters pre-painted a variety of backgrounds, to quickly complete the faces. Is there any evidence of that?
I always enjoyed looking at these two paintings and wondered about who these girls were. Who was the donor? Could that person or their family shine any light on the provenance of the paintings? I'd love to attend a session on folk art paintings. Perhaps people would like to share images of any folk art paintings they have.
I always thought those two were twins. Now, because I was prompted to look at the portraits in a different way, I don't think they are. Sisters, perhaps?
Yes to more posts about the art.
Engaging discussion of ACHC portraits, itinerant painters and Rufus Porter - an amazing renaissance man. I had heard that some itinerant painters pre-painted a variety of backgrounds, to quickly complete the faces. Is there any evidence of that?