This painting is now in a private collection. It is one of Marvilla’s few portraits…not sure who this woman is or who she may represent. It makes me wonder about his state of mind during this period.
I will be uploading other paintings in the days to come for your reaction. Thanks!
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~ by redbikinilady on June 9, 2008.
Posted in Minnesota, Minnesota artist, outsider art
Tags: Add new tag, dead artist, Mark Arvilla, Mental illness, Minnesota art, Minnesota artist, nude, outsider art
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