Paul Dunckhorst "Oscar" Original Black & White Photograph c.1943 – Exhibited at the Fourth Annual North American Salon

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Paul Dunckhorst "Oscar" Original Black & White Photograph, c.1943

Exhibited at the Fourth Annual North American Salon

An original vintage … Read more Paul Dunckhorst "Oscar" Original Black & White Photograph, c.1943

Exhibited at the Fourth Annual North American Salon

An original vintage black-and-white fine art photograph titled "Oscar" by photographer Paul Dunckhorst, dating to approximately 1943.

This charming and beautifully composed portrait depicts a majestic long-haired, Siberian-looking cat seated within the hollow of a large oak tree trunk, creating a striking and timeless woodland scene. The expressive subject and natural setting exemplify the artistic approach to animal portraiture popular during the early twentieth century.

Adding to its significance, "Oscar" was exhibited in the Fourth Annual North American Salon at the E.B. Crocker Art Gallery in Sacramento in 1943, giving the photograph documented exhibition history and collectible provenance.

The photograph remains on its original artist's presentation board and is pencil signed and titled by the artist on the mount.

A wonderful piece for collectors of vintage photography, animal portraiture, cat memorabilia, exhibition photography, California art, and mid-century American photographic works.

Artist: Paul Dunckhorst
Title: Oscar
Date: Circa 1943
Medium: Original black-and-white photograph
Subject: Long-haired, Siberian-looking cat seated in the hollow of an oak tree
Mount: Original artist board
Signature: Pencil signed and titled on the mount
Exhibition: Fourth Annual North American Salon, E.B. Crocker Art Gallery, Sacramento, 1943
Photograph: 10.5" W × 13.25" H
Mounted: 16" W × 20" H
Condition: Good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. Suitable for framing.

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