Title
Untitled Oil on Swedish Masonite Panel Marinescape
Object Type
Creator
Date
c. 1965
Description
An untitled oil on Swedish masonite panel painting (American, c. 1965) by folk artist Martha Cahoon (American, 1905-1999). The scene depicts a balloon race by the sea. A steam powered railroad train, horse drawn buggies, the 'Sea View Hotel' and 'Oyster Co' are on the shore in the foreground, with people in nineteenth century dress watching three balloons in the middle ground. The balloons are aloft over a sea with sailing ships. The signature at lower right reads: "Martha Cahoon."
Cultural Origin
American
Medium
Oil on Swedish masonite panel
Extent
Framed: H: 25 3/8" x W: 26"
Image Size: H: 23" x W: 24"
Image Size: H: 23" x W: 24"
Collection
Source
Gift of Mrs. Alletta Morris McBean.
Identifier
PSNC.8889
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