Framed Portrait Painting of a Man With Beard on Canvas by American Oklahoma Artist Genie Brock

Description

Painting of a portrait of a man by American artist Genie Brock. (Oklahoma, estimated early 20th Century) The subject is … more Painting of a portrait of a man by American artist Genie Brock. (Oklahoma, estimated early 20th Century) The subject is of an older gentleman with a gray head of hair and beard. He seems to wear a dark jacket and is painted on a dark ominous background. Oil on canvas and signed at lower right by Oklahoma painter Genie Brock. Housed in the original frame. Frame originates from Mexico and the exterior is hand-carved in scalloped design edges. (Almost pie crust inspired) The center of the frame is gold craquelure on a black background. The interior of the frame is of the same wood as the exterior in a simple linear design. A fantastic example of American Realism.

How We Would Style It:
Though portraits are trending at the moment, we must note that portraits have been a mainstay of traditional homes for centuries. A highly personal piece, the idea of housing a once much-loved portrait in a home is like owning a piece of history.

Dimensions:
17" Wide
20" Tall
1.25" Deep less