William a Smith Oil Painting of a Baby

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This charming painting was probably a private commission to celebrate a child's first steps, or perhaps for a magazine illustration.

… Read more This charming painting was probably a private commission to celebrate a child's first steps, or perhaps for a magazine illustration.

William A. Smith (American)
b1918-d1989

FYI:
Artist William A. Smith produced a portfolio covering a vast range of subject matter in various media including oils, watercolors, prints, and photography. He also possessed many different roles throughout his life, including artist, teacher, traveler, and historian. Smith established himself as an illustrator for magazines and newspapers in the 1930s. He is considered one of the Buck's County, Pennsylvania group of 20th century American Artists. See less