Fabuleux mini maison bateau de plage côtière ORIGINAL Ernest boutiques Lord Rançon SIGNÉ ENCADRÉ

This important little seascape painting features a coastal scene with a boat house or shack with several boat sails in the distance. There are mountains in the background and seagulls overhead. The medium is oil on Masonite board. It is signed "E L Ransom" in the lower right corner, difficult to read because it is partially obscured by the frame. Ernest Lord Ransom is an African American artist from Texas. He became well known for his Western art and landscapes in the 1960s, but is also notable for his river, boat/marine, and mountain landscapes. As an artist of color in the 60s, Ransom faced many obstacles and challenges, overcome by his talent and distinctive, desirable style. His artwork has garnered numerous awards over the years and can be found in galleries and collections worldwide.

The vibrant, nuanced colors of this piece were extremely difficult to photograph due to shadows and the expert dimensional shading and texturing - it just does not show up well in the pictures in any kind of light. The coastal scene is beautifully executed in shades of pale lemon yellow, taupe, lime green, avocado, beige, chocolate brown, and charcoal gray. The outer frame is solid wood with a beautiful natural grain and the smaller inner wooden frame is stained a dark mahogany color. I dont know the exact age of this piece, but would estimate almost certainly the 1970s based on the style of frame and color palette. It measures 9 inches in height and 11 inches in width (framed), landscape configuration, a compact mini size that can be hung on the wall or placed on a shelf or cubby.

The picture itself is in excellent condition with no visible stains, scratches, scrapes, or holes. The frame has some very minimal normal vintage wear, but no significant scratches, scuffs or gouges. The mounting is tight and intact. The hanging bracket and wire are secure and sturdy.This painting is much more striking in person that the photographs convey. Its simply alovely, original piece of art for any lover of the beach and ocean and appreciative collector of vintage African American art.