"Frutta E Vino" Fruit and Wine, Original Watercolor by Anita Blythe, Circa 1969

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"Frutta e Vino" Fruit and Wine, Original Watercolor by Anita Blythe, circa 1969

Frutta e Vino (Fruit and Wine) is … Read more "Frutta e Vino" Fruit and Wine, Original Watercolor by Anita Blythe, circa 1969

Frutta e Vino (Fruit and Wine) is an original vintage watercolor by American artist Anita Blythe, painted circa 1969. This vibrant still life captures the humble beauty of a tabletop arrangement—ripe bananas in a bowl, flanked by wine, fruit, and rustic charm. Rendered with bold, confident strokes and a warm palette, it reflects the artist’s early explorations in watercolor, a medium she rarely used.

This piece pairs beautifully with Capurso—another rare watercolor by Blythe from the same period—offering collectors a unique glimpse into the formative years of her artistic journey.

Signed: anita (lower right front corner)
Medium:Watercolor on paper
Image Size: 10" H x 14" W
Framed Size: 15.5" H x 19.5" W x 1" D
Presentation: Professionally framed under glass with double mat in a soft whitewashed pine moulding
Certificate of Authenticity: Available

About the Artist: Anita Blythe
Born in 1956, Anita Blythe is an American painter known for her expressive style and intuitive sense of form. Active since the 1970s, she developed her artistic voice through independent study, creating works that balance bold color with a deep appreciation for everyday beauty.

Though it is rare that Blythe painted in watercolor, early pieces like Capurso and Frutta e Vino*(circa 1969) offer a glimpse into her exploratory beginnings. These few watercolors are now considered uncommon examples of her work. Today, she is primarily an oil painter, focusing on landscapes rendered en plein air and from her home studio. Her work emphasizes natural light and atmosphere, reflecting a strong personal connection to place and moment. See less