Grandma Moses Grandma Goes to the Big City Print Four Seasons Portfolio 14x17

Description: Grandma Moses Goes to the Big City print (1946) by Anna Mary Robertson "Grandma" Moses (American, 1860 - 1961) Highlights Print OnlySigned In print/plate lower leftFour Seasons Portfolio Edition Details Image Size: 11 x 14 inchesPaper Size: 14 x 17 inchesFrame Size: No Frame (Print Only)Medium: PaperEdition: Four Seasons PortfolioProvenance: Kennett Square, PA Estate Comments Grandma Moses Goes to the Big City is a print based on a 1946 oil painting by the American outsider painter Grandma Moses, produced at age 86 and signed "Moses". It has been in the collection of the Smithsonian American Art Museum since 2016It shows the artist's impression of her home in Eagle Bridge, New York, with herself as the central figure with family and friends while an automobile awaits. The other figures are working various tasks around the farm, emphasizing that she is leaving a going concern. It was painted after her works began to be shown all over the country. After she had refused to attend her first show in 1940 she began to attend a few of the events within a day's trip from her home. She had made a trip to Madison Square Garden in New York City the previous year to see her works on show at the Women's International Exposition in November 1945.The painting is one of very few large 36 x 48 inch works on canvas, which came about because her friend Ala Story sent her larger prepared canvases and boards that she could not hold in her characteristic way, but painted them spread on her bed.This painting was one of forty selected for her to tell her story in her own words in the book Grandma Moses American Primitive: "This was a request for Grandma Moses to go to the Big City, New York. Grandma, who had never traveled much, what anticipation, and vexation, what commotion and confusion, at last she is on her way." Condition (Please see grading guide below) (I) Overall: Very Good(II) Content: Very Good (Some toning)(III) Frame: No Frame (Print Only) Artist Bio Anna Mary Robertson Moses (September 7, 1860 – December 13, 1961), or Grandma Moses, was an American folk artist. She began painting in earnest at the age of 78 and is a prominent example of a newly successful art career at an advanced age. Moses gained popularity during the 1950s, having been featured on a cover of Time Magazine in 1953. She was a subject of numerous television programs and of a 1950 Oscar-nominated biographical documentary. Her autobiography, titled My Life's History, was published in 1952. She was also awarded two honorary doctoral degrees. References https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grandma_Moses https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grandma_Moses_Goes_to_the_Big_City Grading Guide Notes:The condition grade is a subjective rating based on the observed objective physical features of the item to the naked eyeThe condition grade does not factor in the perceived beauty or aesthetic impact of the content itselfPlease view all of the item pictures and video to make your own informed condition decision before purchasing Scale:Excellent: No damage or issues barely perceptible from close viewing distance and bright lighting conditionsVery Good: Issues visible from close viewing distance and normal lighting conditionsGood: Issues visible from normal viewing distance and lighting conditions but do NOT significantly detract from the overall look of the workFair: Issues that are immediately apparent from normal viewing distance and lighting conditions AND significantly detract from the overall look of the workPoor: Severe condition issues that require repair and some may be beyond repair Buyer Notes Grinding 4 Good does our best to accurately describe the items we offerItems are offered AS IS/AS DESCRIBED to the best of our knowledge, research and abilityThe buyer is expected to view the photos, video and descriptions carefully and ask questions before they purchaseIf you have an issue or question, please contact us via eBay's systemAfter you have received your item, if you are happy with our service and your new purchase please consider leaving us buyers feedback. Thank you for your interest in this item!

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Location: West Chester, Pennsylvania

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