Wendell Gilley Half-size Flying Great Horned Owl

Wendell Gilley (1904-1983) Southwest Harbor, ME, 1972 14 in. tall, 10 in. wide

A rare miniature great horned owl alighting on a wooden perch which is mounted on a carved base. The side of the base is signed with the maker's name and date. The underside of the base bears the maker's signature, dedication, date, and species identification. Original paint with light wear.

Provenance: Drs. Joseph Trimble and Mary Rothrock Collection, acquired from the artist Private Collection, by descent from the above

Provenance

Drs. Joseph Trimble and Mary Rothrock Collection, acquired from the artist Private Collection, by descent from the above