Jessie Bone Charman

Untitled Abstract

1960s

Sophia Lauer has a degree in both fine art and film from Lipscomb University and has worn many hats in the Nashville arts scene. Her creativity continues to be expressed through many...

Sophia Lauer has a degree in both fine art and film from Lipscomb University and has worn many hats in the Nashville arts scene. Her creativity continues to be expressed through many...

Stewart has exhibited extensively throughout the United States and is represented by the Arthur Roger Gallery in New Orleans, Gail Severn Gallery in Sun Va...

Sophia Lauer has a degree in both fine art and film from Lipscomb University and has worn many hats in the Nashville arts scene. Her creativity continues to be expressed through many...

A bold abstract expressionist watercolor with yellow and purple, contrasted with dynamic red linear accents, by Les (Leslie Luverne) Anderson (American, 1928-2009). Signed "Les Ander...

" Poppy Botanical Leaf" is a hand-painted acrylic painting on high-quality 300g paper by artist Ryan Rivadeneyra. The hand-drawn render is reminiscent and inspired by beautiful mid-...

Emprunt 6% Souscrivez (War Loan 6% Subscribe) Signed "Raoul Dufy" (lower right) Gouache on paper This vibrant gouache on paper by the renowned Raoul Dufy is not only a work of exceptional artistry, but also represents an important period in world history. The piece was a special commission ordered by the French government, who sought to encourage the French people to join in the post-war reconstruction efforts. Following World War I, the French government was destitute. The cost of the Great War had been tremendous not only in lives lost, but also in terms of infrastructure and finances. In order to reclaim its place as a great power on the world stage, France needed funds to reconstruct its key industries, and quickly. Thus, the government turned to one of the most famous French artists of the day - Raoul Dufy - to create this gouache on paper as an advertisement for the country's war bonds. The extraordinary work represents Dufy's own sense of patriotic duty. Entirely unique in his oeuvre, it is clear that Dufy wished to create something truly special to help his war-torn country. The artist deftly captures the industry of France in the colorful composition, showcasing bridges, buildings, ships and other key elements of the country's infrastructure in order to evoke the viewers' pride, patriotism and willingness to help. The words Emprunt 6% Souscrivez (War Loan 6% Subscribe) are boldly written across the top, seeking subscribers to a 6% interest loan to help rebuild the country - a very healthy return for the age. The powerful painting represents one of the most effective and extensive patriotic campaigns of all time. France relied heavily on the willingness of its citizens to lend money...

This vibrant gouache captures the lush and serene essence of the Botanical Garden of Orleans. The artist has masterfully transcribed the natural beauty of this place, playing with sh...