Great Enemy Bird
1963 Oil
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Diana Ferlini
Entitled Great Enemy Bird, this 1963 surreal oil on canvas scene is by Mid Century Surrealist, Diana Ferlini Duncan (1911-1983). Born in Switzerland of Italian parents she She immigrated to the US as a child, later moving to Hollywood where she began a serious pursuit of painting as an adult. Like many of the female Surrealists post WWII, Ferlini’s themes include: a feminine perspective on the Nuclear Family; the isolation of the new American home; the objectification of the female body; and left-leaning points of view on war, immigration and social issues.
August 1, 1963
Oil on Canvas
22.5"x26.5" framed, 17"x20" unframed
Signed upper right, dated on the back. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with an aged gold finish, carved details and natural patina. Frame has been cut down to fit the piece. Excellent vintage condition.
Entitled Great Enemy Bird, this 1963 surreal oil on canvas scene is by Mid Century Surrealist, Diana Ferlini Duncan (1911-1983). Born in Switzerland of Italian parents she She immigrated to the US as a child, later moving to Hollywood where she began a serious pursuit of painting as an adult. Like many of the female Surrealists post WWII, Ferlini’s themes include: a feminine perspective on the Nuclear Family; the isolation of the new American home; the objectification of the female body; and left-leaning points of view on war, immigration and social issues.
August 1, 1963
Oil on Canvas
22.5"x26.5" framed, 17"x20" unframed
Signed upper right, dated on the back. Framed in a restored vintage wood frame with an aged gold finish, carved details and natural patina. Frame has been cut down to fit the piece. Excellent vintage condition.
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