Isn't this a lovely old painting? It is on stretched canvas, with roses and geraniums. The colors have beautifully muted over the years and it has a wonderful old patina. It was probably done in the late 1800's to early 1900's when floral paintings were en vogue. The amateur "Sunday painters" of the era did some charming naive works...and when I find one, it is a real treasure to me! This one was from a garage sale last week...can you believe someone was selling it for a dollar?
The finish is beautifully crackled...
These old paintings look beautiful wherever they are used! I will be using this one in our sunporch, which is still being finished (note the unfinished sheetrock). This room is being done in a cottage-style with Americana~ my favorite space in our home...
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No, I can't beleive it was only $1!! It's a gorgeous piece that you were so lucky to find.
ReplyDeleteI love these old painings too. They don't turn up here often. Crazy price! Amazing! And really well done.
ReplyDeleteLinda what a sweet painting and only $1!! Your porch is going to look amazing! hugs, Linda
ReplyDeleteLinda, it is so very beautiful, I also love old flower paintings-and the two flower baskets are Wonderful also dear.
ReplyDeleteThis spot will look fantastic when you are done.
Hugs,Dorthe
I love it and good for you for finding it. I have quite a few I found at similar prices-craziness.
ReplyDeleteLove your old painting. I would say you found a lovely treasure and it is so romantic, would be charming hanging in a bedroom. Connie :)
ReplyDeleteLinda, what a gorgeous old painting! You are lucky Connie from Hartwood Roses doesn't live close by, she would have wrestled you for it!
ReplyDeleteKat
What a beautiful old painting. I think it is just gorgeous and perfect for your sunroom! xo Diana
ReplyDeleteWhat a great painting!! And only a dollar? Good deal!
ReplyDeletechris
I was about to say I can't believe it, but I did find a fabulous Parton painting several years back. It wasn't until my neighbors saw it that I found it to have value - I just thought it was beautiful! Happy to follow through GFC - looking forward to seeing what else you find!
ReplyDeleteKathy
Linda that pretty and old painting is perfect in your "Americana" room. Ann
ReplyDeleteWow, that really is a sweet old painting, and I love that old flag. :)
ReplyDeleteReally cool painting. Love garage sales! Mimi
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful....lucky finds! Love the patina too...charm beyond measure.
ReplyDeleteKari
$1.00 for that painting? WOW, I love it and would have paid much more. It's a beautiful addition to your sun porch.
ReplyDeleteLinda,
ReplyDeleteI love the old flag in the background! Can you help me? I want to pin some ideas from the idea house, but when I click on the link....it just pulls up the picture. Can you send me the link directly to the post? They always have the very best ideas!
blessings,
karianne
Okokok... you've twisted my arm, I'll pay you double what you paid for that painting! *wink*
ReplyDeleteYou lucky duck!
The painting is beautiful, and a steal at that! I'm jealous of your sunporch, SO wish I had one! Thanks for stopping by my blog and for following. I'm following you now, too! Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteKathleen
I think I almost fainted when you said that vintage floral print was only $1! Oh how I love it!
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