Carving, Man in Blue Overalls
Sculpture
Wood and painted carving of a man in blue overalls by folk artist and sculptor, Adelard Coté. The man has black hair and a receding hairline. He has a mustache and black eyes. He is dressed all in blue, overalls and shirt and is wearing black shoes. His arms are movable.
2020.06.Cote
Free Standing
Local folk artist, Adelard Coté, began to whittle in the early 1940's. He used many kinds of wood for his sculptures. Growing up on a farm, he often did carvings of farm life and activities, carrying water, riding a horse, plowing, some of the animals like cows and horses,. He drew much of his inspiration from his family and upbringing. Most of his work was done between 1940 -1960.
Dr. Norman Beaupré Collection
Adelard Coté
Artist
20th Century
14 in
6 in
Very Good