Oliver Lawson Dove

Oliver "Tuts" Lawson (b. 1938) Crisfield, MD, 1966 12 in. tall

A decorative mourning dove, with a slightly turned head and incised wing and tail carving, perched on a branch mounted on a wooden base. The maker carved his name and "1966" into the base of the branch. This work features a fine combination of carved and painted detail. The long thin tail was finished with a delicate inlay. Original paint with minimal wear and reset bill.

Provenance: Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection, acquired directly from the artist in 1966

Provenance

Dr. Morton D. Kramer Collection, acquired directly from the artist in 1966