Maud Lewis (1901-1970) Buck Crossing Stream

Marshalltown, Nova Scotia. Late 1940s. This is an early example of the serial image illustrated on page 86 of Our Maud: The Life, Art and Legacy of Maud Lewis (2017), by Ray Cronin, published by the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. The composition is distinguished by its remarkable sense of movement, colour and depth. A magnificent stag leaps across the foreground and behind it, two figures paddle a brilliant red canoe across a tranquil lake. The contrast of the peacefully drifting canoe and the energetic movement of the deer creates a wonderful scene. The level of detail throughout is especially noteworthy. Lewis has carefully modelled the deer's musculature and fur through varied brushstrokes and subtle shading. Look closely to note the tongue of the deer sticking out and the water splashing up as the deer jumps across the water. These finer details are particularly significant when considered within the evolution of Lewis' artistic practice. As she developed her unique style, intricate brushwork became increasingly limited, and many of her later compositions adopted a more simplified treatment of form. This painting offers a wonderful example of the technical refinement in early Lewis works. Even the signature is thoughtfully integrated into the composition. The unusually small "LEWIS," discreetly placed among the rocks in the lower foreground, complements rather than interrupts the scene. Signed, "Lewis" lower centre. Includes certificate of authenticity signed by Alan Deacon.

Stima:19.069,14€

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