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Copyright New York State Historical Association and/or The Farmers' Museum, Inc.
Object ID N0321.1961
Title Winter Sunday in Norway, Maine
Artist Unidentified
Object Name Painting
Early Date 1860 ca.
Exhibit label line3 While many folk artists found inspiration in their surroundings, some looked to other artists' work for ideas. This painting is believed to be based on a print of a similar winter scene. Imitating the composition of the print, the artist created his or her own winter scene with a universal, timeless appeal.
Description Winter Sunday in Norway, Maine
Classification Folk Art--Painting/Drawing--Scene--Landscape
Dimensions H-21 W-28 inches
Material Oil on canvas

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Last modified on: November 04, 2005