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Vintage 1970s Tiki Safari Leopard Painting Hand Painted On Faux Fur

$695
£515.72
€600.74
CA$967.45
A$1,077.34
CHF 560.69
MX$13,283.44
NOK 7,140.87
SEK 6,711.73
DKK 4,482.26
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You may have seen velvet paintings… but have you seen a leopard painting on faux fur? This vintage 1970s big cat painting uses faux leopard fur as the canvas. Signed “Rodriguez” on the bottom left. The cat’s body is actually the faux leopard fur background. The artist painted on top of the furry background to create grasses and water. The faux fur fibers are stuck in suspension as the strokes of paint hold them for eternity. The richly textured image is ideal for big cat lovers, kitsch collectors, and tiki dens. If leopard and fur are your thing, take a look at our Witco chairs and reclining pod chair with fur arms (sold separately). 49.5” Wide x 1.75” Deep x 37.5” High Original vintage condition. No notable wear. Ready to hang.
  • Similar to:
    William Westenhaver / Witco (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Width: 49.5 in (125.73 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Original vintage condition. No notable wear. Ready to hang.
  • Seller Location:
    Chattanooga, TN
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2255339153832

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