Al (Blood) Black (American, born 1947). Original Florida Highwayman oil painting on upson board. Florida wetlands landscape with water birds in flight and a large central inlet with cypress trees, mangroves, and other flora to both sides. Signed lower right A. BLACK 84. Black was an original founding member of The Florida Highwaymen, young 1950s and 1960s era African American landscape artists mentored by Albert Ernest (Beanie) Backus (American, 1906-1990), who was regarded as the Dean of Florida Painters. Housed in a rustic wood frame. Good overall condition, with normal wear to frame. Measures approximately 20 in. x 24 in. (board), 25 1/4 in. x 29 1/4 in. (framed). Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.