Brownie Downing \u2013 French School Children<\/p>\n
A substantial original oil painting on board by renowned Australian artist and illustrator Viola Edith \u201cBrownie\u201d Downing, 1924\u20131995.<\/p>\n
Titled French School Children, the work depicts a lively gathering of children rendered in Downing\u2019s distinctive expressive figurative style. Downing became particularly admired for her sensitive portrayals of childhood, and her paintings, illustrations, children\u2019s books, prints and ceramics attracted an international following.<\/p>\n
The painting is signed \u201cBrownie Downing\u201d at the lower right. It is titled French School Children on the reverse and bears Catalogue No. 2, connecting the work to the artist\u2019s documented body of original paintings.<\/p>\n
Artist: Viola Edith \u201cBrownie\u201d Downing<\/p>\n
itle: French School Children<\/p>\n
Medium: Oil on board<\/p>\n
Signature: Signed lower right \u201cBrownie Downing\u201d<\/p>\n
Verso: Titled verso and marked Catalogue No. 2<\/p>\n
Image dimensions: Approximately 62 \u00d7 51 cm<\/p>\n
Framed dimensions: Approximately 74 \u00d7 63 cm<\/p>\n
Weight: Approximately 3.12 kg before protective packaging<\/p>\n
Condition<\/strong><\/p>\n The original oil painting is in very good overall vintage condition. The existing frame and backing show normal age-related wear consistent with a vintage framed artwork. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.<\/p>\n This is a large, signed and catalogued original work rather than one of the prints, reproductions or decorative pieces more commonly encountered by Brownie Downing. Its substantial size, distinctive subject and documented title make it an appealing acquisition for collectors of Australian art and Brownie Downing\u2019s work.<\/p>\n The listed price includes secure packing and delivery within Australia. Local collection may also be arranged.<\/p>\n Browse our Australian Art & Other Australian Art For Sale\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n