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Deep Snow, Large Original Drawing on Paper, Signed, 34 x 49 in. Framed, 1993
Deep Snow, Large Original Drawing on Paper, Signed, 34 x 49 in. Framed, 1993

Thornton Dial, Sr.Deep Snow, Large Original Drawing on Paper, Signed, 34 x 49 in. Framed, 1993, 1997

$8,000

Deep Snow, Large Original Drawing on Paper, Signed, 34 x 49 in. Framed, 1993

By Thornton Dial, Sr.

Located in Aventura, FL

Original charcoal, graphite and mixed media drawing on artist paper. Hand initialed 'TD" lower front and hand titled and dated on verso by Thornton Dial. Artwork size: 26 x 41 inch...

Category

1990s Outsider Art Thornton Dial Art

Materials

Paper, Graphite, Charcoal, Mixed Media

Untitled

Thornton Dial, Sr.Untitled

$13,000

Untitled

By Thornton Dial, Sr.

Located in Atlanta, GA

In Thornton Dial's assemblage, masklike faces with staring eyes and open mouths emerge from a dense maze of layers streaked in red, white, blue, and black. Ropes painted brown snake ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Thornton Dial Art

Materials

Mixed Media

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By Thornton Dial, Sr.

Located in Atlanta, GA

In Thornton Dial's assemblage, masklike faces with staring eyes and open mouths emerge from a dense maze of layers streaked in red, white, blue, and black. Ropes painted brown snake ...

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By Thornton Dial, Sr.

Located in Aventura, FL

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Category

1990s Outsider Art Thornton Dial Art

Materials

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H 11.5 in W 8.5 in

UNKNOWN TITLE (FISH)

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Located in Aventura, FL

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UNKNOWN TITLE (BIRD & CAT)

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UNKNOWN TITLE (BIRD & CAT)

By Thornton Dial, Sr.

Located in Aventura, FL

Original watercolor on paper. Hand signed by the artist. Artwork is in excellent condition. Certificate of authenticity included. Image size: 14 x 10 in. Frame size: approx 21.25 x ...

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UNKNOWN TITLE (PINK CAT)
UNKNOWN TITLE (PINK CAT)

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H 10 in W 14 in

UNKNOWN TITLE (PINK CAT)

By Thornton Dial, Sr.

Located in Aventura, FL

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Watercolor, Paper

Thornton Dial art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Thornton Dial art available for sale on 1stDibs. Not every interior allows for large Thornton Dial art, so small editions measuring 19 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Sandra Phipps MacDiarmid, Robert Freiman, and Geneviève Seillé. Thornton Dial art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $13,000 and tops out at $110,500, while the average work can sell for $84,500.

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Questions About Thornton Dial Art

  • What materials did Thornton Dial use?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Thornton Dial primarily used spray paint and found materials to produce his art. The self-taught American artist frequently combined organic elements like tree branches with man-made items, such as discarded rebar, barbed wire and rags. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Thornton Dial art.

  • What type of artist is Thornton Dial?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Thornton Dial is an American artist best known for his large-scale assemblage paintings. Thornton Dial’s artwork covered topics such as civil rights, natural disasters and current events. Thornton Dial’s work has been displayed around the world at large culture institutions, such as the Whitney Biennial. Shop a selection of Thornton Dial artwork on 1stDibs.

  • How much is Thornton Dial art worth?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much Thornton Dial art is worth will depend on its size, medium, history, condition and other factors. In 2023, the artist’s mixed media on canvas work Sneakin' In fetched $277,440 at auction. The piece is a fine example of Dial's assemblages, often including found materials. Through his work, Dial sought to raise awareness about sociocultural issues, environmentalism and historical events. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate any pieces you own to help you determine how much they may be worth. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Thornton Dial art.