Vintage 1970's Hand-Painted Wooden Moth Folk Art Panel in Hand-Carved Tramp Art Frame

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An absolute treasure for collectors of American folk art, oddities, and unique natural history decor. This captivating, entirely handmade piece … Read more An absolute treasure for collectors of American folk art, oddities, and unique natural history decor. This captivating, entirely handmade piece features a meticulously hand-painted Ceanothus silkmoth accompanied by two smaller moth species. Rather than utilizing real specimens, the artist expertly painted these insects directly onto a rustic, raw-grain wood panel. They utilized a brilliant trompe-l’œil "faux taxidermy" shadowing technique that gives the illusion of real moths floating gracefully inside the frame.

The artwork is housed in an authentic, deeply textured Tramp Art frame, featuring gorgeous hand-notched geometric chip-carving along its thick 1.5-inch profile. Ready to hang, this piece instantly brings an eerie, intellectual, and rustic cabin aesthetic to any gallery wall.

A Brief History: The Magic of Tramp Art
Tramp art is a distinct form of American and European folk art that flourished primarily between the 1870s and the 1940s. It was defined by its resourceful, democratic nature. Using nothing more than a pocketknife, artists recycled discarded wooden shipping crates and cigar boxes, hand-carving intricate notches along the edges and layering them to build up thick, geometric structures. While the style originated with itinerant workers, it became a beloved home hobbyist craft that extended into the mid-20th century.

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9" tall x 7" wide x 1.5" deep See less