1970s "Cheerful Hooter" by J. Howard Rabby (1972)

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J. Howard Rabby’s “Cheerful Hooter” is a whimsical and textured oil painting capturing one of his iconic owls. Each owl … Read more J. Howard Rabby’s “Cheerful Hooter” is a whimsical and textured oil painting capturing one of his iconic owls. Each owl in Rabby’s oeuvre is uniquely expressive, and this particular piece radiates joy despite its solitary perch—a theme emphasized in the original gallery description. Rabby’s technique, with thick palette knife applications and vivid color contrasts, gives the figure vibrancy and charm. This piece remains mounted in its original 1970s frame with gallery documentation intact, offering not only aesthetic appeal but also collector provenance.

Artist: J. Howard Rabby
Medium: Oil on board (palette knife technique)
Dimensions: Framed: Approx. 11.5" x 9.5" | Artwork: Approx. 6" x 4"
Frame: Linen mat with black trim in a mid-century wood frame
Condition: Excellent vintage condition; slight patina consistent with age
Signature: Signed lower right and again on verso See less