1961 Mid-Century Samuels Studio Oil Portrait of a Girl in Gilt Frame

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Mid-Century 1961 Original Oil Portrait Painting of a Young Girl by Samuels

An exceptional mid-century modern original oil portrait painting … Read more Mid-Century 1961 Original Oil Portrait Painting of a Young Girl by Samuels

An exceptional mid-century modern original oil portrait painting of a young girl, hand-dated 1961. Originating from the prominent Samuels Portraits (Samuels Studios), a premier custom society portrait studio historically located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, this piece is an authentic example of regional mid-century Americana. Housed in its gorgeous, original vintage swept gilt frame featuring heavy rococo scrollwork and a beautiful aged patina with subtle red clay undertones bleeding through the gold leaf finish.

Dimensions:
Width: 15.5" (External edge-to-edge)
Height: 19.5"

Condition Details:
Good vintage condition. The oil painting is stable with vibrant colors and no paint loss. The ornate gilt frame shows beautiful vintage character with minor surface scuffs and minor gesso wear on the outer corners. The vintage brown paper dust backing has torn away on the reverse due to age, revealing the original gray backing board and a vintage red crayon inventory mark. Wire hanger is secure and ready to mount. See less