Early Kolene Spicher Fraktur

My humble beginning 

Is it humility to say that commercially, this was an example of  some of my first few paintings?  Well, I don't know, but this was in fact some of my earliest work that I sold as an artist.   

I had a customer contact me about them because one of her little pictures had accidentally been knocked off the wall, and the glass was now broken.  Could I fix it, she asked? 

I was more than happy to, but not before I snapped a few pictures to show people how I got started.  This was 26 years ago! I have loved every moment of it, too.  

Broken glass!  

This actually is my favorite of the three.  I have always liked George Washington!  

In 2008, my mother passed away.  When she died, my father gave this back to me!  This is another example of some of my Fraktur work.  This was painted later, by at least 10 years. 

Thanks for taking the time to look!  Now back to work.  

Enjoy. 

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19th Century Reproduction Antique American Folk Art Child's Portrait

Lizzy

The Silver Spoon

She Was Barely One! 

She loves anything that moves and makes noise
hence the bird!  

This is a portrait of a little girl.  Actually, this is my niece and I will be giving this as a first birthday gift!  She is the most amazingly beautiful little gift and I couldn't wait to illustrate her likeness. 

She was Barely One! 

Everyone loves polka dots and this girl's personality can carry off Red like no other!  Full of fun and smiles, she is the best little baby! 

Why did I give her a silver spoon.  Well, this part is sort of tongue in cheek.  She's blessed.  She has so many people that adore her and she was so very wanted.  Everyone is happy to see her ALL THE TIME. But mostly the reason for the silver spoon is her incredible love for eating.  I have never seen a baby get so excited when she saw a jar of baby food.  She is in love with eating! 

This one's a gift from me! 

Thanks for looking!  Have a great day! 

Check out my Etsy store KOLENESPICHER.  Right now I have a miniature portrait for sale: 

The little round one! 

Enjoy the snow! 

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