Joshua Biehn 'Shoeshine Sam' 1900 Oil on Board
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Joshua Biehn (fl. 1891-1932, Canada) 'Shoeshine Sam' 1900 Oil on Board. Signed and dated upper left. Exceptional painting of African American or Black Canadian shoeshine with 'MONKEY' scrawled on wall in background; subject is carrying a shoeshine kit with the name Sam written on it. A rare artwork by the Toronto painter known for depictions of everyday street life. Painting is on found board that appears to be box lid or part of a piece of furniture. Board measures 18.5x13'' and is framed in simple gilt frame with overall measurements of 25x19.5''. Some chips to frame; painting in excellent condition.
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Joshua Biehn 'Shoeshine Sam' 1900 Oil on Board
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