Bidspirit auction | Victor Arnautoff ”Mother” Painting

Victor Arnautoff ”Mother” Painting - Victor Arnautoff (Russian/American, 1896-1979). Oil painting on canvas laid board titled ”Mother.” Depicting a seated woman sewing with a one starred banner hanging above her. The woman is Victor’s wife, Lydia Blonsky, and the star represents when their eldest son Michael was sent off to fight in WWII. Incised initial along the lower left. Provenance: By repute, purchased from the estate of the artist's son. Height: 20 in x width: 16 in x depth: 1/4 in. Condition: The colors are bold and bright. There are no tears or breaks. There is a light scratch along the upper left quadrant. Light wear along the extreme edges. The work is not framed.