2 Original GERDA CHRISTOFFERSEN Native Child 0IL Pastel

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Two small vintage original artworks by Listed Artist Gerda Christofffersen who is renowned for her paintings of Native Indian children, sometimes called the Papoose style. Born in Denmark, she emigrated to Canada with her family and also painted in New Mexico. She immersed herself in the history and tribal lore of the Southwest Indians and became one of the most important Indian portrait artists of America. These works probably date from the 1950's or 60's, and look to be in their original oak wooden frames. They are slightly different sizes. The smaller painting (4.25” x 5.25”) is an exceedingly charming portrait in oil of a native boy. The larger painting (4.75” x 6”) appears to be one of her earlier pastel works on paper, the subject being a lovely native girl child. I have not removed the pictures from the frames, but a previous owner has done so as they are taped at the back. There are some reflections in the photos from the glass, please disregard these. I think these lovely portraits could benefit from reframing, I could mail them without their frames for less cost if the buyer does not want the frames. Please see my other listings for another Native American oil painting. ****PLEASE NOTE******I removed the oil from its frame as there was an odd smudge around the boy's face, it turned out to be dirt on the inside of the glass. The painting is now even more lovely. PLEASE SEE MY NEW PHOTOS!Overall sizes (including frames): 5.5” (14cm) x 6.75” (17cm) and 6.25” (16cm) x 7.5” (19cm) approx.CONDITION: Very Good. SEE PHOTOS.SHIPPING: Airmail shipping (framed) will cost $16 within North America. Please take a look at my other Auctions! Please feel free to ask any questions prior to the end of the auction, including questions concerning shipping cost or payment methods. Bank transfer for larger amounts works well from Europe. Due to eBay's new policy I can only state I accept Paypal. This auction carries a Money Back GUARANTEE if the item is not in the condition stated or otherwise incorrect in its listing. Please note that photographs are part of the description. I am an honest and conscientious seller and I inspect all my items thoroughly for damage. Check my Feedback and ! Whenever possible, multiple wins are happily combined to lower your postage. I provide professional packing with bubblewrap, packing peanuts and styrofoam. Winning bidder pays item plus shipping and handling costs. I ship using the best and most economical choice for your purchase. At the end of the auction I will calculate your total including shipping and then email you with your payment options and instructions. Please note I am located in Canada and cannot use US shipping options. I ship via Canadapost which, unfortunately, has rates much higher and less options than those of the US Post Office. Please do not mark down my shipping star because of the high cost of shipping from Canada. -- the cost of postage is beyond my control.. Appropriate feedback will be left at the conclusion of the transaction when I hear that your item has been received. In the unlikely event of a problem please contact me before leaving Feedback. I endeavor to ship within a day or two after payment but Please note I cannot be responsible for the time it takes a parcel to reach you once it is posted. Nor can I be responsible for any Customs delays or charges that may be imposed on your purchases. Thanks for your interest and I hope your Ebay experience with me is SIMPLYZEEBEST! read more

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