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My mother left a legacy of paintings for her children and grandchildren. She sold some on consignment at a local gift store. She would do the artwork and my father would make the frames. I have about fifteen of her paintings scattered throughout my home. Here are a few of my favorites. The grouping are minis of the four seasons.
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she was a very good artist . what a treasure
Beautiful!! I particularly like the country house in the 3rd picture. It reminds me of typical mountain homes here in Spain.
Thank you earlinda and Esther for your lovely comments.
I love the grouping of four in the last photo. What wonderful remembrances for you.
Your mother was a gifted artist.
I really like all of the rural scenes. I think the barns with the falls colors (3rd photo) is my favorite.
Scott
"fall colors"
Thank you, Scott.
Thank you also ThriftStoreAddict for you comments.