Maud Lewis (1901-1970) Fishing Boat and Lighthouse

Marshalltown, Nova Scotia. Late 1950s - Early 1960s. This is a serial image that spanned two decades, similar to the illustration on page 41 of From Ben Loman to the Sea (2005), a poem by Lance Woolaver and Our Maud: The Life, Art and Legacy of Maud Lewis (2019) by Ray Cronin for the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. In this image, Maud depicts the tidal waters of the Bay of Fundy, with expansive mudflats exposed at low tide. As Ray Cronin wrote, "In her work we see Maud's vision of Nova Scotia as she wanted to see it." Maud painted from experience, drawing inspiration from the landscapes and everyday life of her native Digby County. While her world was largely confined to this small corner of Nova Scotia, her paintings capture the character and charm of the Maritimes in a way that resonates far beyond its borders. The brilliant blue sky and water, warm yellow shoreline and distinctive red-roofed buildings create a wonderfully balanced composition. A solitary blue boat rests on the exposed mudflats, while a distant sailboat and three gulls bring a sense of life to the otherwise tranquil scene. Through her simplified forms and cheerful palette, Lewis transforms a familiar coastal landscape into an idyllic vision of Nova Scotia, capturing both the natural beauty of the Bay of Fundy and the nostalgic charm that makes her work so enduring. Signed, "Lewis" lower centre. Includes certificate of authenticity signed by Alan Deacon.

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