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AMERICAN PORTRAIT INK PAINTINGS BY SHEILA SMITH - Sheila Smith, an American Modern artist, eight ink paintings on paper depicting female and male portraits, landscapes and genre scenes, 1971. Each painting is signed, dated and marked with a copyright lower right or left. Framed. Sheila Smith is a 20th and 21st centuries American artist and sculptor. Smiths sculptural work focused on the female figure and conceptual pieces often addressing gender issues. Smith switched to painting. She continued to explore feminist themes by creating allegories mainly using the female figure and cows as a metaphor. Artists who have influenced her greatly include Van Gogh for his lush color palette and Magritte for his imaginative forays into surrealism. One of a kind artwork. Dimensions: Size: 11 1/4 x 14 1/4 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition: Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.