Joe Sleep Seagull Eating Fish

Description

In this energetic work Joe Sleep (1914-1978) shows a perched seagull enjoying the meal of a small fish amidst a lively background of orange, turquoise, red, and pink.

Condition

Very good condition. Paint retains strong colour with light toning in the margins. One minor pinpoint flake to the lower left corner. The board is straight.

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Joe Sleep Seagull Eating Fish

Lot 0024

Estimate CA$2,000-CA$3,000Feb 12, 2026, 6:00 PM EST

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POST-WAR FOLK ART

Feb 12, 2026 6:00 PM EST

New Hamburg, ON, Canada

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Albert Lohnes Knitted Hat: Albert Lohnes (1895-1977), noted for his series of colourful crocheted chairs, extends his ingenuity with this cap crocheted in bright colours of blue and red.

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Joseph Deveau Pecking Rooster Whirligig: A colourful and well-made pecking rooster whirligig by Joseph Deveau (1904-1986). Deveau's work can be found in the permanent collection of the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia.

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Collins Eisenhauer Woman with a Purse: A fascinating painted wood carving "Woman with Purse" created by Collins Eisenhauer (1898-1979). The long dress, long hair, and folded hands holding the purse are features of distinction..

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Joe Norris Deer Cove: Joe Norris (1924 - 1996) Deer Cove shows Norris all signature Norris elements: a bright blue ocean, a fishing boat tugging at its mooring, colourful houses, a church on a hill, a horse grazing in a

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