January 23rd Rare Autographs, Sports, Books and Photography
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Moses, Anna Mary Robertson (Grandma) (1860-1961). American folk artist. Signed Inscription on 2 1/2" x 5" paper, in full: Anna Mary Robertson Moses, / Grandma Moses. / Eagle Bridge, N.Y. / July 13, 1949. Framed 11" x 16" with reproduced photograph.
known by her nickname Grandma Moses, was an American folk artist. She began painting in earnest at the age of 78 and is often cited as an example of an individual who successfully began a career in the arts at an advanced age. Her works have been shown and sold in the United States and abroad and have been marketed on greeting cards and other merchandise. Moses' paintings are displayed in the collections of many museums. Sugaring Off was sold for US$1.2 million in 2006.
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