August Americana
Description:
Howard Finster (Georgia/Alabama, 1916-2001)
Allegory
Signed and inscribed extensively on the reverse "by Howard Finster/ Man of Visions" and dated "1983" on the reverse.
Enamel on wood, the composition featuring a leopard, snakes and figures, with mottos and words of wisdom throughout, 19 1/2 x 37 1/2 in., in a pyrography-decorated frame.
Condition: No evidence of inpainting or restoration.
Estimate $6,000-8,000
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Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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