This lot consists of a hand painted oil on Masonite rendered in style of the Kentucky-born artist and poet Henry Faulkner (1924-1981).
Henry Lawrence Faulkner was a Kentucky-born artist and poet known as an eccentric rebel and bohemian. Faulkner is best known for his wildly colourful oil paintings and eccentric acts, including his bringing a bourbon-drinking goat to parties and art shows. He was a close friend of Tennessee Williams, who called him "a creative poet and artist." Faulkner died in a car accident in Lexington, Kentucky, on December 3, 1981.

DIMENSIONS:
Unframed 8.8"x6.4" (22.5x16.5cm)
Framed 14.9"x12.5" (38x32cm)

PROVENANCE:
Private Collection

Overall excellent condition considering the age of the artwork. No tears, paint loss, or serious aesthetic damage. All the pieces in this catalog are sold in the style of the artist, they are not accompanied by any authentication issued by the artist's authority. They are not included in the artist's catalog. In the artist's style means that the piece may have been painted by the artist, or someone else inspired by the artist's style. The authority of this piece is unknown. Some pieces are accompanied by certificates issued by independent art appraisal, if you have questions about the certification of any piece in this catalog please do not hesitate to contact us.